Harrisburg

Cabarrus County, North Carolina

Population 236K |Median income $89,005 |1 hospital

Population

236,133

Cabarrus County

Median Income

$89,005

+31% vs avg

Median Home Value

$354,800

+56% vs avg

Median Age

37.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

236K+30%

Median Income

$89,005+66%

Median Home Value

$354,800+111%

Poverty Rate

9.3%-30%

Unemployment

4.6%-61%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,414/mo

Poverty Rate

9.3% -35% vs avg

Unemployment 4.6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 37.9%

Work From Home 17.2%

Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 59.1%

African American 19.3%

Asian 6.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

34.7%

Short Sleep Duration

34.2%

Obesity

33.3%

Physical Inactivity

21.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.2%

Binge Drinking

15%

Current Smoking

12.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

11.6%

Diabetes

10.8%

Current Asthma

10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.8%

Dental Visit 66.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.5%

Stroke

3.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHEAST

CONCORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Harrisburg Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Harrisburg, NC? ▼

Harrisburg, NC has a population of 236,133 people, located in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Harrisburg? ▼

The median household income in Harrisburg, NC is $89,005 per year. The poverty rate is 9.3%.

What is the median home value in Harrisburg? ▼

The median home value in Harrisburg, NC is $354,800. Median rent is $1,414/month.

What are the top health concerns in Harrisburg? ▼

The top health indicators in Harrisburg include High Blood Pressure (34.7%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), Obesity (33.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Harrisburg? ▼

Harrisburg has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Harrisburg? ▼

The median age in Harrisburg, NC is 37.7 years. 37.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Harrisburg, NC is located in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. With a population of 236K and a median household income of $89,005, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Harrisburg area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cabarrus County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.