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Crime in Harrisonburg summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Harrisonburg. Key points include:
There were 1,005 total crimes in Harrisonburg in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Harrisonburg is 1,960.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Harrisonburg is 267.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Harrisonburg is 1,693.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Harrisonburg is -7.50% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Harrisonburg Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Harrisonburg / 100k People |
Virginia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,005 | 1,960.2 | 1,787.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 137 | 267.2 | 217.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 11 | 21.5 | 33.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 97 | 189.2 | 152.2 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 868 | 1,693.0 | 1,569.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 69 | 134.6 | 108.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 755 | 1,472.6 | 1,315.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 44 | 85.8 | 145.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Harrisonburg summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Harrisonburg. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Harrisonburg is 109 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Harrisonburg is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Harrisonburg is $348,178.
The median income in Harrisonburg is $62,254.
Harrisonburg's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Harrisonburg Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Harrisonburg | Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 109 | 112 | 100 |
| Services | 104 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 106 | 104 | 100 |
| Health | 110 | 131 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Transportation | 108 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 106 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Harrisonburg, VA Weather
The average high in Harrisonburg is 65.3° and the average low is 41.2°.
There are 74.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 36.4 inches of precipitation each year with 21.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Harrisonburg |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 41.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 36.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 21.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Harrisonburg Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Harrisonburg
The current population in Harrisonburg is 51,392. The population has increased 8.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 51,392 | -0.2% |
| 2023 | 51,492 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 51,784 | -0.5% |
| 2021 | 52,062 | -2.8% |
| 2020 | 53,558 | 0.5% |
| 2019 | 53,273 | -0.2% |
| 2018 | 53,391 | 0.6% |
| 2017 | 53,064 | 2.1% |
| 2016 | 51,979 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 51,388 | 1.1% |
| 2014 | 50,821 | 1.8% |
| 2013 | 49,926 | 1.8% |
| 2012 | 49,043 | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 48,230 | 1.7% |
| 2010 | 47,406 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Harrisonburg
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Harrisonburg is:
60.8% White with 31,246 White residents.
7.2% African American with 3,685 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 7 American Indian residents.
3.5% Asian with 1,823 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 24 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 353 Other residents.
4.2% Two Or More with 2,135 Two Or More residents.
23.6% Hispanic with 12,119 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Harrisonburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 60.8% | 58.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 7.2% | 18.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.5% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 23.6% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Harrisonburg
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Harrisonburg is 51.4% female with 26,406 female residents.
Harrisonburg is 48.6% male with 24,985 male residents.
| Gender | Harrisonburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Harrisonburg for adults over 25
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8.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed 9-12th grade.
24.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed high school / ged.
14.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed associate's degree.
19.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed bachelor's degree.
12.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Harrisonburg completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Harrisonburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 24.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 14.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 12.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Harrisonburg, Virginia
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7.2% of households in Harrisonburg earn Less than $10,000.
4.8% of households in Harrisonburg earn $10,000 to $14,999.
9.4% of households in Harrisonburg earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.4% of households in Harrisonburg earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.8% of households in Harrisonburg earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.7% of households in Harrisonburg earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.5% of households in Harrisonburg earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.4% of households in Harrisonburg earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.4% of households in Harrisonburg earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.3% of households in Harrisonburg earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Harrisonburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.2% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.4% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.4% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.8% | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.7% | 14.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.5% | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.4% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.4% | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.3% | 17.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
