Total Population
7,472
Population
Growth Rate
0.02%
Median Age
48
Diversity Index
31.000
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
3,157
Total Housing Units
3,688
Owner Occupied
2,348
Renter Occupied
809
Vacant
531
Median Home Value
$206,740
Average Home Value
$290,769
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
3.16%
Median Household
$49,456 $58,292
Average Household
$77,177 $90,550
Per Capita
$32,636 $38,120
Total Businesses
442
Total Employed
2,782
Workers 16+
3,106
2022 Public Administration
Businesses
66
Employed
659
2022 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
50
Employed
386
2022 Accommodation/Food Service
Businesses
42
Employed
290
2022 HealthCare/Social Assist
Businesses
31
Employed
276
2022 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
20
Employed
236
2022 Food Service/Drinking Estab
Businesses
23
Employed
193
Some
High School
304
Graduated
High School
1,802
Associates
Degree
539
Bachelor's
Degree
589
Graduate
Degree
478
Average Commute Time
16 min.
Resident Commuters
2,926
Non-Resident Commuters
138
Drive Alone
2,122
Carpooled
310
Public
0
Work At Home
290