Harrison County, TX Local Data & Statistics

State: TX
Total population: 70,155 Household income: $66,103 Rent: $974

Overview

Total population
70,155
Rent
$974
Year built
1984
Household income
$66,103
Per capita income
$32,485
Poverty rate
15.6%
Unemployment rate
4.7%
Household size
2.6 persons
Rent over 30% of income
40.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Texas
Total population
70,155
Adults over 25
46,241
Total households
26,287
Household size
2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$66,103
Per capita income
$32,485
Poverty rate
15.6%
Unemployment rate
4.7%
Rent over 30% of income
40.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$974
Year built
1984
Households that rent
23.1%
Households that own
76.9%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.5

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
62.4%
Black
20.3%
Asian
0.5%
Two or more races
11.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
14.8%
Not Hispanic or Latino
85.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
93.2%
Commute time to work
22 mins
Work from home
6.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
33.2%
High school graduate or GED
31%
Some college or associate degree
13.1%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
22.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of Harrison County, TX with: Longview Metro Area, TX Texas United States

Harrison County, TX

Total population70,155
Rent$974
Year built1984
Household income$66,103
Per capita income$32,485
Poverty rate15.6%
Unemployment rate4.7%

Longview Metro Area, TX

Total population291,044
Rent$1,060
Year built1982
Household income$66,647
Per capita income$33,434
Poverty rate15.1%
Unemployment rate4.7%

Texas State

Total population30,188,424
Rent$1,403
Year built1992
Household income$78,476
Per capita income$40,752
Poverty rate13.8%
Unemployment rate4.1%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric CountyHarrison County, TXMetro AreaLongview Metro Area, TXStateTexasCountryUnited States
Total population70,155291,04430,188,424334,922,499
Rent$974$1,060$1,403$1,413
Year built1984198219921980
Household income$66,103$66,647$78,476$80,734
Per capita income$32,485$33,434$40,752$44,673
Poverty rate15.6%15.1%13.8%12.5%
Unemployment rate4.7%4.7%4.1%4%

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Summary for Harrison County, TX

Harrison County is located in Texas .

Rent & Income

In Harrison County, the monthly rent is $974 and household income is $66,103. Rent is lower than both Texas and the U.S., and household income is lower than both Texas and the U.S. The poverty rate is 15.6%, which is higher than both Texas and the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 23.1% of households. About 40.7% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is relatively low, with about 22.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, which is higher than both Texas and the national rate.

 

 

Harrison County, TX — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

Harrison County, TX — Poverty vs Unemployment

 

💰 Rent in Harrison County, TX (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $974 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Harrison County, TX

Annual Household Income: $66,103

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Harrison County, TX

Estimated Rate: 15.6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Harrison County, TX

In Harrison County, TX, households that rent: 6,082 (23.1%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 6,082 23.1%
Owner-Occupied 20,205 76.9%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Harrison County, TX

In Harrison County, TX, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,473 (40.7%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 2,473 40.7%
Other renter households 3,609 59.3%
Total renter households 6,082 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Harrison County, TX

Less than High School: 15,352 people (33.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 14,341 people (31%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 6,064 people (13.1%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 10,484 people (22.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 46,241

📊 Unemployment Rate in Harrison County, TX

Estimated Rate: 4.7%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.