Total Population
7,655
Population
Growth Rate
0.30%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
26.500
Harney County is home to the communities of Burns and Hines - two charming towns with big personality. Harney County is located in southeastern Oregon and is the largest county in the State of Oregon. The County has a diverse landscape with forests, sagebrush, lakes, streams, deserts and mountains. Harney County is open for business, travel, exploration, outdoor adventure, and recreation.
Living in this area has many unique features and opportunities. Harney County is termed the "high-desert" because of its elevation (Burns is at 4,147 feet), and hence the types of vegetation and landforms that present themselves in some areas are desert like. But the landscape and climate varies greatly in this area. There are forested, pine tree covered areas in the northern portion of the County with the Ochoco and Malheur National Forests. There are large sagebrush covered rolling hills and meadows in the bottom lands. Many lakes, streams, and the Alvord Desert are in the southeastern corner of the County. A large wetland area known as the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, Steens Mountain and other mountain ranges in the southern end that all add up to the tremendous and extraordinary variety of landscapes that are found here. These features add to the quality of life that appeals to a wide range of individuals. The variety of landscapes also produces innumerable recreational opportunities. Other aspects that contribute to a positive and healthy lifestyle are the outstanding educational opportunities that are available through elementary, secondary and branch campuses of nearby institutions of higher education.
Burns is the largest community in Harney County.
Households
3,338
Total Housing Units
4,058
Owner Occupied
2,551
Renter Occupied
787
Vacant
720
Median Home Value
$136,190
Average Home Value
$245,355
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.40%
Per Capita Income
1.87%
Median Household
$46,979 $50,800
Average Household
$66,693 $72,890
Per Capita
$29,108 $31,930
Total Businesses
414
Total Employed
2,502
Workers 16+
2,853
2020 Public Administration
Businesses
65
Employed
531
2020 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
51
Employed
390
2020 Accommodation/Food Service
Businesses
39
Employed
263
2020 HealthCare/Social Assist
Businesses
27
Employed
240
2020 Food Service/Drinking Estab
Businesses
22
Employed
191
2020 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
15
Employed
187
Some
High School
380
Graduated
High School
1,469
Associates
Degree
573
Bachelor's
Degree
661
Graduate
Degree
350
Average Commute Time
16 min.
Resident Commuters
2,690
Non-Resident Commuters
128
Drive Alone
2,083
Carpooled
243
Public
3
Work At Home
278