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Harrisburg, PA
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Population: 49,969
Home Price: $95,300
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Overview
Harrisburg is a small city in the state of Pennsylvania with a population of 49,969. Harrisburg has a four seasons climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(F) Poor
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
19.4 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Harrisburg, PA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Per Capita Income
$24,094
$32,862
$32,693
Median Household Income
$44,444
$65,512
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
8.7%
5.5%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
26.2%
7.8%
10.5%
Age
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Median Age
31.6
43.2
42.3
Gender
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Male
48.5%
49.5%
49.8%
Female
51.5%
50.5%
50.2%
Race
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
White
34.4%
90.2%
80.3%
Black or African American
50.3%
3.7%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.5%
0.1%
2.7%
Asian
2.6%
1.4%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
6.3%
1.1%
2.7%
Multiracial
6.0%
3.4%
5.2%
Housing Information
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Median Home Price
$95,300
$158,815
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$738
$748
$801
Family Households
20.6%
20.6%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
41.0%
41.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
35.6%
72.7%
72.9%
Renters
64.4%
27.3%
27.1%
Education
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
11.5%
6.1%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
33.3%
33.3%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
19.3%
16.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.4%
9.7%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
14.5%
15.4%
15.0%
Proficiency
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Mathematics
34.6%
51.3%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
47.7%
66.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Murder
26.4
2.2
3.0
Rape
73.2
18.0
38.0
Robbery
325.2
28.7
40.7
Assault
475.7
152.4
188.5
Property Crime
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
United States
Burglary
465.5
127.5
336.1
Theft
1479.8
780.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
227.7
52.2
167.1
Arson
26.4
5.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Harrisburg, PA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
beer
food wine
craft beer
hot dogs
pizza
whole foods
wine
doughnuts
craft beers
breweries
factotum coaster credits
restaurant
delicious
grocery
sandwich
menu items
bakery
waffles
ice cream
snack
penn state football
central pennsylvanias
high school football
pittsburgh sports
philly sports
philadelphia sports
country music
youth sports
football
esports
video games
fantasy football
collegiate
basketball
award winner alum aberubecom
nfl
racing
hockey player
food wine
dirt track racing
inspired by
architectural
creative writing
craft
graphic design
museums
animation
creative arts
creative
poster
museum
webcomic
nature
library
fashion
pfp
icon
musical theatre
collection
commissions closed
video games
other genres
music festivals
pittsburgh pens
tv shows
fighting games
rhythm games
books
auto racing
stock market investor
scifi
lego addict watches
horror movies
random thoughts
guitar shredding
theme parks
toys
road trips
enthusiasts
anime
sports
local news
radio show
music videos
tv
sports mindless povs
quality content
communications
digital media
writer photographer musing
radio host
tv shows
cumulus media
public relations
marketing
content manager
award winning
producer
entertainment industry
hub
downtown harrisburg
sports
space
summer
fire pits
beach
conservation
arts
hot tub
parks recreation
fall festivals
outdoor recreation
winter
nature
hunting
driving range
cycling
peoplesbank
hiking
mountain
poshmark
free shipping
post office
retail
coffee shop
coffee cups
farmers market
shop local
car wash
whole foods
vendor event
rite aid
grocery store
drive thru
pharmacy
toys
containers
restaurant
amazon
dealers
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