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Comprehensive Data Report

Harrisonburg, VA

ZIP Code 22801

Harrisonburg City County

Population
39,154
Median Income
$64,277
Home Value
$311,600
Livability
64/100
Total Population
39,154
Median Household Income
$64,277
Median Home Value
$311,600
Median Rent
$1,177

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median age of 27 years indicates a younger, dynamic community with potential for growth.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
39,154 residents
Median Age
27.3 years
Safety Score
51/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
64
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
51/100
Education
23/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
87/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Coordinates: 38.4228°, -78.8771°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
95
Near average
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
87
Below avg
Transportation
99
Average
Healthcare
99
Average
Groceries
98
Average
Utilities
99
Average
Overall
95
Average

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
4,547,540,000
Employment Rate
96.4%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
12%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
14.7%
Professional Services
14.4%
Education
12.5%
Retail Trade
11.5%
Manufacturing
10.1%
Total Employed
4,384,878,000
Total Unemployed
162,662,000
Unemployment Rate
3.6%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
27.3 years
Per Capita Income
$32,178
Poverty Rate
26.7%