Harrisonburg city, Virginia
Harrisonburg city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Harrisonburg city is a geographic entity located in Harrisonburg city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 51,392. The land area covers 17.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51,392 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 25 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,360 | ±299 | 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 | 18,667 | ±70 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,360 | ±299 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,307 | ±289 |
| Median Home Value | $299,100 | ±$12,261 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,184 | ±$52 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,254 | ±$4,131 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,857 | ±$1,566 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 11,377 | ±872 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,986 | ±807 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±2.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Harrisonburg | PK-05 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Harrisonburg | N | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | 09-12 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | PK-05 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | PK-05 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Harrisonburg | N | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | PK-05 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | PK-05 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | 09-12 | Harrisonburg, VA | |
| Regular School Harrisonburg | 06-08 | Harrisonburg, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SENTARA RMH MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 2010 HEALTH CAMPUS DRIVE, HARRISONBURG, VA, 22801 |
(540) 689-1000
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James Madison University
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College | 0.2 mi away | 800 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA, 22807 |
5405686211
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MASSANUTTEN REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 174 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HARRISONBURG, VA, 22801 |
(540) 434-4475
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Eastern Mennonite University
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College | 2.4 mi away | 1200 Park Rd, Harrisonburg, VA, 22802-2462 |
5404324000
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MRL BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 174 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HARRISONBURG, VA, 22801 |
(540) 434-4475
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Bridgewater College
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College | 6.5 mi away | 402 E College St, Bridgewater, VA, 22812-1599 |
5408288000
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NORTH RIVER LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 118 MT CRAWFORD AVE, BRIDGEWATER, VA, 22812 |
(540) 434-4475
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Blue Ridge Community College
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College | 11.4 mi away | One College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA, 24486-0080 |
5402349261
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WEYERS CAVE
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 51 FRANKLIN ST., WEYERS CAVE, VA, 24486 |
(540) 453-4920
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Mary Baldwin University
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College | 22.2 mi away | 318 Prospect Street, Staunton, VA, 24401 |
5408877019
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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 DALE ENTERPRISE, VA US, located 3.6 miles from Harrisonburg city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.1° | 22.7° | 32.4° | 2.71" | 4.2" |
| February | 46.1° | 23.6° | 34.8° | 2.22" | 6.2" |
| March | 53.6° | 30.4° | 42.0° | 3.21" | 4.5" |
| April | 64.7° | 39.6° | 52.2° | 3.27" | 0.1" |
| May | 73.5° | 50.3° | 61.9° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.0° | 59.7° | 70.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.0° | 63.7° | 74.8° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.3° | 62.1° | 73.2° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.8° | 54.8° | 66.3° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.8° | 43.0° | 54.9° | 2.50" | 0.2" |
| November | 55.7° | 32.5° | 44.1° | 2.60" | 0.6" |
| December | 46.0° | 26.0° | 36.0° | 2.91" | 3.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisonburg city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Belmont Estates CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Massanetta Springs CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Dayton town | Town | 3.9 mi | — |
| Keezletown CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Bridgewater town | Town | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5166093859. • 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.