Harrison County, WV Economy


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Harrison, WV County is a great place to live and work. The cost of living is lower than the national average, with 2 bedroom rent at only $810 compared to the US average of $1,430. Grocery costs are also low in Harrison with an index of 96 against the US 100. Companies in the area include Amazon, Walmart, and Kroger, who provide employment opportunities for local residents. Average salaries range from $35,000 to $70,000 depending on experience and job titles. Harrison provides a great balance between affordability and opportunity within its borders.

Harrison County has an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Harrison County has seen the job market increase by 1.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 37.3%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Harrison County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Harrison County is 6.6%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Harrison County is 6.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Harrison County
- The average income of a Harrison County resident is $24,021 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Harrison County resident is $54,124 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyHarrison, West VirginiaUnited States
  5.86
  -5.2%-6.2%
  37.3%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  6.0%4.6%
  $30,029$37,638
  $54,124$69,021
  $72,296$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  3.7%0.5%
  6.5%6.8%
  6.0%10.0%
  3.1%2.5%
  12.6%11.0%
  3.8%4.8%
  2.4%0.8%
  1.5%1.9%
  1.9%4.7%
  1.0%1.9%
  4.3%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  2.6%4.2%
  9.2%9.3%
  17.1%14.0%
  1.5%2.1%
  7.4%7.0%
  4.9%4.8%
  10.1%4.7%
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