Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Harris, MO Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographics — 2024 ACS 5-Year Estimatesi

Census

Populationi

Median Agei

33.9

Race & Ethnicityi

White

89.5%34

Two or More

7.9%3

Hispanic/Latino

2.6%1

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.9%2

High School Diploma

11.8%4

Some College (<1 yr)

11.8%4

Some College (1+ yr)

58.8%20

Associate's Degree

5.9%2

Professional Degree

2.9%1

HS or Higher

97.1%

BA or Higher

2.9%

Graduate+

2.9%

Housingi

Median Home Valuei

—

Median Renti

$340

Tenure

Owner-Occupied

57.9%11

Renter-Occupied

42.1%8

Total Units

Homeownership

57.9%

Vacancy Rate

47.2%

Home Values

Under $50K

63.6%7

$200K–$300K

36.4%4

Rent Distribution

Under $500

Year Built

2000–2009

8.3%3

1990–1999

2.8%1

1980–1989

27.8%10

1970–1979

5.6%2

1940–1949

16.7%6

1939 or earlier

38.9%14

Heating Fuel

Electricity

68.4%13

Bottled/LP Gas

15.8%3

Fuel Oil

10.5%2

Wood

5.3%1

Economyi

Median Household Incomei

$53,125

Mean Household Incomei

$57,395

Per Capita Incomei

$42,150

Poverty Ratei

7.9%

Unemploymenti

Labor Forcei

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

5.3%1

$15K–$20K

21.1%4

$25K–$30K

10.5%2

$50K–$60K

21.1%4

$60K–$75K

15.8%3

$75K–$100K

21.1%4

$125K–$150K

5.3%1

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Programs in this community

Project Based Section 81 homes

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

2(5.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

89.5%Insured

10.5%Uninsured