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Harrisonburg
- grade A minusOverall Grade
- Town in Virginia
- Rating 3.82 out of 5 143 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B
- Crime & Safetygrade C+
- Housinggrade C+
- Nightlifegrade A
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Jobsgrade C+
- Weathergrade B minus
- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Health & Fitnessgrade B+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A minus
- Commutegrade A
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Median Home Value
$203,600
National
$217,500Median Rent
$883
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault115.8national 282.7
- Murder0national 6.1
- Rape58.8national 40.7
- Robbery31.3national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary125national 500.1
- Theft1,494.8national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft79.1national 284
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Working in Harrisonburg
Jobs
grade C+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$46,679
National
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Harrisonburg Reviews
Rating 3.82 out of 5 143 reviews
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I have loved living in Harrisonburg, Virginia depsite how small and un entertaining it is. I wished there was more to do here because it's so quiet and peaceful with no much going on. This city has a beautiful university that I love, James Madison University! I think the college students bring this city together and make the most fun during the fall and spring semesters. Such a pleasure to be here with everyone around making it a great experience. Port republic is always busy but driving by it makes it feel like home and makes it feel as if it's very populated. I love the mix of small town and country that Harrisonburg has to offer. If your like mountains, nature, and peaceful quietness it the perfect area to be living in. This city is pretty safe and getting more and more diverse as I have lived here long enough to see it growing and developing into a bigger more populated area. I loved the different cultures and international food stores where I purchase my favorite rame. Enjoy it!
Harrisonburg, also known as "The Friendly City" is welcoming and most importantly, family friendly. The small town is home to James Madison University, a liberal arts college. The university facilitated Harrisonburg's economy and diversity! Because the town is so ethnically diverse, it hosts several festivals throughout the year, like the International Festival. The lovely people of Harrisonburg come and dress up in their ethnic clothing and enjoy dance, food, and most importantly fun activities for the whole family! Harrisonburg's Downtown Renaissance is the heart and soul of Harrisonburg, as it is voted "The best thing about Harrisonburg " by the Daily News-Record Readers. The downtown includes a variety of places to dine, work, and shop. From live music to dance classes, there is always an activity to do and opportunities to fulfill passions. Just beyond Harrisonburg is the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. It's natural wonders of the caverns and mountains only bring joy to the heart!
There are not enough higher paying jobs to support the higher rent and mortgage costs. There is a high poverty rate due to low educational expectations. Do not move here without a college degree in Finance, law, education, social work or medicine and a current job offer!