Harrison city, Michigan
Harrison city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Harrison city is a geographic entity located in Clare County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,171. The land area covers 3.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,171 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs | ±13.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 888 | ±166 | 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 | 1,213 | ±177 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 888 | ±166 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 325 | ±96 |
| Median Home Value | $135,100 | ±$32,398 |
| Median Gross Rent | $620 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,430 | ±$3,134 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,450 | ±$3,317 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.5% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 502 | ±153 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 656 | ±141 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.4% | ±18% |
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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GUS Population: 2,170 (2024)
ID: 185891
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK AND ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 378, 229 E BEECH ST, HARRISON MI 48625-2503
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GUS Population: 31,405 (2024)
ID: 166583
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
225 W MAIN ST, HARRISON MI 48625-8336
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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 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CLARE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CLARE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GLADWIN, MI |
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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Mid Michigan College
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College | 3.4 mi away | 1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI, 48625-9447 |
9893866622
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HARRISON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 125 W. BEECH STREET, HARRISON, MI, 48625 |
(989) 539-6711
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SURREY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 105 EAST MICHIGAN STREET, FARWELL, MI, 48622 |
(989) 588-9782
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PERE MARQUETTE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 185 EAST FOURTH STREET, CLARE, MI, 48617 |
(989) 386-7576
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GLADWIN COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 402 JAMES ROBERTSON DRIVE, GLADWIN, MI, 48624 |
(989) 426-8221
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MARION DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 120 EAST MAIN STREET, MARION, MI, 49665 |
(231) 743-2421
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BEAVERTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 106 TONKIN ST., BEAVERTON, MI, 48612 |
(989) 435-3981
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HOUGHTON LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 4431 WEST HOUGHTON LAKE DRIVE, HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629 |
(989) 366-9230
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COLEMAN AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 111 FIRST STREET, COLEMAN, MI, 48618 |
(989) 465-6398
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FALMOUTH AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 219 EAST PROSPER ROAD, FALMOUTH, MI, 49632 |
(231) 826-3738
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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 GLADWIN, MI US, located 15.8 miles from Harrison city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.2° | 12.7° | 20.9° | 2.15" | 13.8" |
| February | 32.0° | 12.5° | 22.2° | 1.70" | 11.4" |
| March | 42.6° | 20.4° | 31.5° | 2.05" | 6.7" |
| April | 55.5° | 31.0° | 43.3° | 3.53" | 2.8" |
| May | 68.4° | 42.7° | 55.5° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 52.8° | 65.5° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.0° | 57.1° | 69.6° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 55.2° | 67.6° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.7° | 47.4° | 60.1° | 2.79" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.5° | 37.0° | 48.3° | 3.24" | 0.4" |
| November | 45.6° | 28.3° | 36.9° | 2.53" | 2.8" |
| December | 34.3° | 19.9° | 27.1° | 2.20" | 10.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Farwell village | Village | 12.3 mi | — |
| Clare city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
| Gladwin city | City | 15.9 mi | — |
| Loomis CDP | CDP | 17.2 mi | — |
| Marion village | Village | 17.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2603536800. • 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.