Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
50,055
Population
$46,654
Median Income
$112,100
Home Value
31.9
Median Age

Demographics

Harrisburg has a population of 50,055 with a median age of 31.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
46.4%
White
34.3%
Hispanic
24.7%
Asian
2.8%
Demographic Value
Total Population50,055
Median Age31.9
White34.3%
Black or African American46.4%
Asian2.8%
Hispanic or Latino24.7%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Harrisburg is $46,654, which is 37.9% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $26,237. The poverty rate is 28.3%.

$46,654
Median Household Income
$26,237
Per Capita Income
28.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Harrisburg is 9.0%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Harrisburg, 84.1% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 23.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
84.1%
Bachelor's+
23.9%
Graduate+
8.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher84.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher23.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree8.9%

Housing

The median home value in Harrisburg is $112,100, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $944. The homeownership rate is 35.5%.

$112,100
Median Home Value
$944/mo
Median Rent
35.5%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$112,100
Median Monthly Rent$944
Homeownership Rate35.5%
Vacancy Rate12.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania?
The population of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is 50,055 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is $46,654. This is 37.9% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is $112,100. The median monthly rent is $944.
What percentage of people in Harrisburg have a college degree?
In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 23.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.1% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Harrisburg, Pennsylvania an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is 2.4x (median home value $112,100 vs. median income $46,654), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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