Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Harrison

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Harrison is $753 per month and the median household income is $44,056 annually. About 45% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizeable renter community that may benefit from the income-based housing options available in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Harrison Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 318 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in Harrison have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Harrison

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Harrison has a Walk Score of 49 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 46. No Transit Score is available, reflecting limited public transit options in this part of Arkansas. Residents should plan on having personal transportation for most errands.

Schools

Harrison is served by 9 schools across 3 districts, including 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Harrison, AR

The median household income in Harrison is $44,056 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median asking rent across all rental housing in the city is $753 per month, according to the same source.

Income-restricted housing in Harrison can offer significant savings for eligible renters. The 5 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in the city set rents as a percentage of your income or based on published area income limits, which can make them substantially more affordable than market-rate units.

• Median household income: $44,056/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $753/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 45% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 5 assisted properties in Harrison have been mapped for flood risk. None carry a high-risk flood designation, which is a low level of flood exposure for the city's affordable housing stock.