Population as 2010 Census: 12,943 (was 12,152 in 2000) Land Area (Sq Miles): 10.2
Current Sales Tax: City of Harrison (temp)- .75% Boone County- 1.25% Arkansas - 6% Total 8% A&P Tax (Hamburger Tax) Hotels/Motels pay an additional 3%, and Restaurants pay an additional 1%.These additional funds are to be paid to CATPC at P O Box 940, Harrison, AR72602.There is a form to complete, so call to obtain more information. Established per Ordinance # 755 in 1997. Call CATPC at (870) 741-1789.
Harrison School System has 4 Elementary schools (Skyline Heights, Forest Heights, Eagle Heights, Woodland Heights), 1 Middle School, 1 Jr High School, and 1 Sr High School. Harrison is also home of North Arkansas Community College.
The climate is moderate with four distinct seasons and favors outdoor activities. Each season is special; from flowering springtime, through summer fun and colorful autumn to winter which offers both sunshine and snowfall. The average winter temperature is 45 degrees and the average summer temperature is about 92 degrees. Precipitation is usually well distributed throughout the year. One or more snowfalls occur each winter but the snow cover usually only remains for a few days. Elevation is 1,359 above sea level.