Harrison County

As of the 2020 Census, Harrison County, IA, had a population of 14,582. The racial composition was predominantly White (96.5%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic or Latino (2.5%), African American (0.3%), Native American (0.3%), Asian (0.2%), and other races (0.2%). The median age was 44.4 years. The county had 6,382 households and an average household size of 2.28. The median household income was $60,601, and about 10.1% of the population lived below the poverty line.

As of the latest data, Harrison County, IA, has a median home value of approximately $145,000. The homeownership rate is around 78%, with a median rent of about $700 per month. Housing units total around 6,800, with a vacancy rate just above 10%. The county's population is estimated at 14,000, spread over 26 townships, contributing to a varied housing landscape.

The most recent elections in Harrison County, Iowa, took place on November 8, 2022. The elections included several key races and measures. Notably, the U.S. Senate seat had Chuck Grassley (Rep.) and Michael Franken (Dem.) as candidates. For the U.S. House District 4, Randy Feenstra (Rep.) and Ryan Melton (Dem.) were in the contest. At the state level, Iowa Senate District 10 featured Jake Chapman (Rep.) and Jennifer Konfrst (Dem.).

For local elections, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors had two seats up for election with John Straight and Tony Smith (both Rep.) running unopposed. In the Treasurer’s race, Robin Koenig (Rep.) was the sole candidate. The voter turnout was approximately 57% with over 7,300 ballots cast from around 12,800 registered voters.

Detailed election results and further information can be found on Harrison County's official election website.

As of the most recent data, Harrison County, Iowa, exhibits the following educational attainment levels among residents aged 25 and older:

• High school graduates: approximately 91.6%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: around 18.9%

Comparatively, the national averages for educational attainment are:

• High school graduates: about 88%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: approximately 36%

For the state of Iowa as a whole:

• High school graduates: roughly 92.1%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: about 28.6%

Harrison County surpasses the national average for high school graduation rates but trails behind both the state and national averages regarding bachelor's degree attainment. This comparison indicates a relatively strong high school graduation rate in Harrison County but a lower level of higher education attainment compared to broader averages.

As of recent data, Harrison County, IA, has a civilian labor force of approximately 7,000 people. The unemployment rate is generally lower than the national average, hovering around 3%. Top industries in Harrison County include agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare.

Comparatively, the agriculture sector employs a higher percentage of the workforce in Harrison County than both state and national averages, reflecting the region's rural nature. Manufacturing employment aligns closely with state averages but is slightly lower than national figures. Healthcare employment is comparable to state averages but somewhat lower than national levels, likely due to the county's smaller population and fewer healthcare facilities.

Overall, Harrison County's employment landscape is distinctively shaped by its agricultural roots with strong participation in manufacturing and healthcare sectors.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Harrison County, Iowa is approximately $67,000 per year. This is below both the national average and the state average. The national average household income is around $88,000, while the state average for Iowa is roughly $77,000 per year.

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These numbers highlight the economic disparity between Harrison County and broader benchmarks at both the state and national levels.

Harrison County, IA, is known for its relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. As of the most recent available data, Harrison County experiences the following annual crime rates (per 1,000 residents):

• Violent Crime: 2.1
• Property Crime: 11.4

Harrison County, IA Crime Statistics:

These figures indicate that Harrison County has a lower incidence of violent crime, while property crimes like larceny-theft, burglary, and vehicle theft occur more frequently. However, overall crime rates in Harrison County remain below the national average, making it one of the safer regions in Iowa.