According to the 2000 U.S. Census, 53% of Harrisonville’s population if female, while 47% is male. The median age of the community’s population is 35 years, with almost 28% under age 18. About 15% of the town’s total population is over age 65. Harrisonville has an average population per household o f 2.5 persons. Approximately 3,500 households exist within the community. Income
According to the 2000 Census, Harrisonville households had a 1999 family median income of $47,761. The median income was $39,498 and the per capita income was $17,280. Labor Force
Population stability is affirmed by labor force statistics. According to the 2000 Census the work force is 42,590, with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. An abundant labor supply exists within a 30-mile radius of Harrisonville.
Approximately 65% of Cass County workers are employed outside of the county. This statistic indicates a significant demand for jobs closer to home. Harrisonville draws its labor force from as many as 11 counties. Safety
Cass County is a safe place to live. The table below provides comparative statistical data for Cass County and other counties within the Kansas City metropolitan area. | 
