What are the schools like in Harrison, NE?

Harrison is served primarily by SIOUX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 4.5:1.

What is the median household income in Harrison?

The median household income in Harrison, NE is $36,563 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.2%.

What is the weather like in Harrison, NE?

Harrison has an average high temperature of 34.8°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 56.6 inches.

Harrison, NE Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Harrison, NE affordable or expensive?

Harrison's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Harrison is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $62,500 and the median rent is $950 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Harrison, NE?

Crime rate data for Harrison is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Harrison, NE a Good Place to Live?

Harrison is a small town of 241 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $36,563 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Harrison stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Harrison is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Harrison city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.5

Harrison's overall cost of living index is 87.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Harrison costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Harrison, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$62,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$950	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,563	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Harrison is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Harrison is served primarily by SIOUX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 4.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Harrison, NE	National Avg
School District	SIOUX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	4.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Harrison sees average highs of 34.8°F in January and 85.0°F in July, with 17.6 inches of annual precipitation and 56.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Harrison, NE
Average High — January	34.8°F
Average High — July	85.0°F
Annual Precipitation	17.6"
Annual Snowfall	56.6"

Demographics

Metric	Harrison, NE	National Avg
Population	241	—
Median Age	44.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.2%	22.2%
65 and over	34.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Van Tassell, WY 11 mi Crawford, NE 24 mi Ardmore, SD 26 mi Lusk, WY 30 mi Whitney, NE 32 mi

ZIP Codes in Harrison

Harrison, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

69346

Harrison vs Other Cities

Harrison, NE vs Van Tassell, WY Harrison, NE vs Crawford, NE Harrison, NE vs Ardmore, SD Harrison, NE vs Lusk, WY Harrison, NE vs Whitney, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison, NE affordable or expensive?

Harrison's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Harrison roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $62,500 and median rent is $950/month.

What is the crime rate in Harrison, NE?

Crime data for Harrison is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Harrison?

Public schools in Harrison are operated by SIOUX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 4.5:1. 19.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Harrison, NE a good place to live?

Harrison, NE has a population of 241, a median household income of $36,563, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Harrison?

Harrison averages 34.8°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 17.6 inches with about 56.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Harrison?

Harrison, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 69346.

What is the population of Harrison?

The population of Harrison, Nebraska is 241 with a median age of 44.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Harrison?

Key numbers for living in Harrison: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $62,500, median household income $36,563, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Harrison side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.