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Harrisburg, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrisburg, Oregon had a total population of 3,681, the 120th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $73,650, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Harrisburg Quick Facts

Population 3,681
Median Household Income $73,650
Median Home Value $320,900
Poverty Rate 8.9%
Unemployment Rate 8.1%
Median Age 33.8 years
Homeownership Rate 84.3%
Affordability Ratio 4.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.1%
High School Graduation Rate 94.2%
Diversity Index 28/100
Population 3,681 120th of 420
Median Income $73,650 average
Poverty Rate 8.9% 29% lower than national
Median Home Value $320,900 below average

How Harrisburg Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population3,6753,681+0.2%
Median household income$74,006$73,650-0.5%
Median home value$304,100$320,900+5.5%

How Harrisburg Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.8%
$25K-$50K 22.6%
$50K-$100K 37.7%
$100K+ 30.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.8%
$10K-$15K
0.0%
$15K-$20K
4.0%
$20K-$25K
1.1%
$25K-$30K
3.3%
$30K-$35K
8.1%
$35K-$40K
2.6%
$40K-$45K
5.4%
$45K-$50K
3.1%
$50K-$60K
8.1%
$60K-$75K
11.6%
$75K-$100K
18.0%
$100K-$125K
10.7%
$125K-$150K
10.0%
$150K-$200K
6.9%
$200K+
3.4%

Employment

8.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%
68.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.3%
Renter 15.7%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,548/mo 25.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

28out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 46 | National average: 61

Education

Harrisburg Rankings in Oregon

#120 Population of 420
#186 Median Income of 379
#303 Education of 420
#239 Home Value of 381

Other Cities in Linn County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Albany 56,839 $78,114 13.5% $389,200
Lebanon 19,344 $63,176 17.8% $336,800
Sweet Home 10,078 $56,927 19.4% $273,300
Millersburg 3,366 $124,867 5.1% $567,200
Brownsville 1,912 $83,098 10.0% $373,000
Halsey 1,491 $106,458 7.8% $330,300
Tangent 1,290 $99,000 20.4% $377,300
Lyons 1,139 $91,875 14.8% $488,900
South Lebanon 939 $61,346 11.0% $400,800
Scio 930 $99,886 5.4% $404,800

Cities Similar to Harrisburg

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Redwood3,721$68,125$397,80019.4%10.8%
Metzger3,714$91,102$543,40044.2%7.6%
Lakeview3,270$70,900$202,50020.2%12.4%
Boardman4,064$66,691$235,3009.3%17.1%
Nyssa3,240$69,183$204,30014.2%16.9%

Population Overview

Harrisburg is a small community located in Oregon, within Linn County. The total population is 3,681. It ranks as the 120th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Harrisburg is 33.8 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 40.4 years. With 29.4% of the population under 18, Harrisburg has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Harrisburg is $73,650. This is 11% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 8.1%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $320,900. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 84.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 63.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Harrisburg is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 14.7%.

Education

14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Harrisburg, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Harrisburg, Oregon?

Harrisburg, Oregon has a population of 3,681 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Harrisburg, OR?

The median household income in Harrisburg is $73,650, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Harrisburg, OR?

The poverty rate in Harrisburg is 8.9%. This means approximately 326 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Harrisburg, Oregon?

Harrisburg's population is 84.3% White, 0.0% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Harrisburg, OR?

The median home value in Harrisburg is $320,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Harrisburg, Oregon?

14.1% of adults (25+) in Harrisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.