Harris township, Indiana
Harris township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Harris township is a geographic entity located in St. Joseph County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 24,560. The land area covers 21.00 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 24,560 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,715 | ±323 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,037 | ±346 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,715 | ±323 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 322 | ±158 |
| Median Home Value | $350,900 | ±$12,127 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,440 | ±$201 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $112,056 | ±$7,899 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,236 | ±$5,291 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,712 | ±496 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,733 | ±514 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.5% | ±0.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF HARRIS
GUS Population: 24,657 (2024)
ID: 225553
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: HARRIS TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE
13981 STATE ROAD 23, GRANGER IN 46530-7596
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GUS Population: 273,744 (2024)
ID: 103755
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
227 W JEFFERSON BLVD, SOUTH BEND IN 46601-1830
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | South Bend, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NILES, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Elkhart, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berrien Springs, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mishawaka, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
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College Vocational | 3.0 mi away | 445 E. University Drive, Granger, IN, 46530-4479 |
5742730304
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HARRIS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 51446 ELM ROAD, GRANGER, IN, 46530 |
(574) 259-5277
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Bethel University
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College | 5.5 mi away | 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN, 46545-5591 |
5748077000
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CLEVELAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 53715 COUNTY ROAD 1, ELKHART, IN, 46514 |
(574) 266-2030
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Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College - South Bend
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College Vocational | 6.5 mi away | 3015 Mishawaka Avenue, South Bend, IN, 46615-0000 |
5743762250
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BITTERSWEET BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 602 BITTERSWEET ROAD, MISHAWAKA, IN, 46544 |
(574) 259-5277
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University of Notre Dame
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College | 6.5 mi away | 400 Main Building, Notre Dame, IN, 46556 |
5746315000
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EDWARDSBURG BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 26745 CHURCH STREET, EDWARDSBURG, MI, 49112 |
(269) 487-9215
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Indiana University-South Bend
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College | 7.1 mi away | 1700 Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN, 46615-7111 |
5745204872
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ROGER B FRANCIS BRANCH
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 52655 NORTH IRONWOOD ROAD, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46635 |
(574) 282-4641
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at S BEND, IN US, located 7.0 miles from Harris township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.8° | 17.1° | 24.5° | 2.71" | — |
| February | 35.0° | 18.8° | 26.9° | 2.32" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 27.4° | 37.0° | 2.44" | — |
| April | 59.2° | 38.1° | 48.7° | 3.59" | — |
| May | 70.4° | 49.5° | 60.0° | 4.32" | — |
| June | 79.9° | 59.4° | 69.7° | 4.23" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 63.0° | 73.0° | 4.14" | — |
| August | 81.2° | 61.3° | 71.3° | 4.23" | — |
| September | 75.5° | 53.6° | 64.6° | 3.67" | — |
| October | 62.6° | 41.9° | 52.3° | 3.97" | — |
| November | 48.2° | 32.0° | 40.1° | 2.86" | — |
| December | 36.8° | 23.2° | 30.0° | 2.39" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granger CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Edwardsburg village | Village | 4.6 mi | — |
| Mishawaka city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Osceola town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Indian Village town | Town | 5.9 mi | — |
| Notre Dame CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1814131558. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.