Harrisville, RI is a small town located in Providence County. The population of the town is 6,192 according to the 2010 census. Harrisville is known for its historic architecture, with many homes and buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The cost of living in Harrisville is lower than the national average, with rental prices for a two bedroom apartment around $1,310 a month compared to $1,430 nationally. Additionally, groceries are slightly cheaper in Harrisville with a Grocery Cost Index of 106 versus 100 in the US.
Harrisville's economy consists mostly of local businesses such as Fort Hill Lumber Co., J & S Landscaping LLC and Herring Oil Company Inc. Other notable companies based in Harrisville include Evinco Plastics Corporation and Dave’s Market Place. In terms of education, Harrisville offers public schooling from kindergarten through high school at Burrillville High School and public library services at the Harris Public Library.
Harrisville has an unemployment rate of 7.7%. The US average is 6.0%.
Harrisville has seen the job market increase by 1.5% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 29.8%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Harrisville
- The Sales Tax Rate for Harrisville is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Harrisville is 3.8%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Harrisville
- The average income of a Harrisville resident is $33,053 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Harrisville resident is $58,917 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.