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Harrisburg, Oregon, in Linn county, is 15 miles N of Eugene, Oregon (center to center) and 89 miles S of Portland, Oregon. The city has a population of 2,795.
In Harrisburg, about 62% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the city. One thing visitors notice about the city is the large number of young children, especially babies and pre-school kids.
Interestingly, Harrisburg is known for having more men than similar cities.
In 2000, Harrisburg had a median family income of $41,953.
In the 2004 election, John Kerry was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Harrisburg ($4,250). Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
About 75% of housing units in Harrisburg are owner-occupied. Housing in the city tends to be newer construction.
In Harrisburg, 92% of commuters drive to work. Commuters in Harrisburg are more likely, and able, to walk or bicycle to work than most.
Comparing Harrisburg to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Oregon (State):
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