Harrisburg

Harrisburg, South Dakota Overview

Harrisburg ranks #3 of 20 cities in South Dakota, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 63.9/100. The city stands out in Growth (85/100) and Fiscal Health (79/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Harrisburg

The median household income in Harrisburg is $101,534, 40% above the statewide median of $72,280. Population grew 8.3% recently.

Cost of Living in Harrisburg

Harrisburg has a cost of living index of 96.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $281,400. Median monthly rent is $1,349. Renters spend 15.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Harrisburg

The adult obesity rate in Harrisburg is 34.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 5.4%. Residents report an average of 15.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Dakota ranks #24 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Harrisburg

Harrisburg has a high school graduation rate of 89%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $11,031. The city has 4 public schools serving 3,236 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Harrisburg

The annual average temperature in Harrisburg is 51.8°F. Summers average 74.3°F. Winters average 27.9°F. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The average commute of 17.9 minutes is notably short.

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