Harrison, Ohio, located on the Indiana and Ohio border, has experienced significant growth, with its population increasing by 3,000 people from 2010 to 2020. The completion of Interstate 74 has made the 20-mile commute to Cincinnati more manageable, attracting new residents. Harrison offers a mix of outdoor recreation options, including proximity to the Whitewater River and access to the nearly 5,000-acre Miami Whitewater Forest, which features trails, a campground, and a disc golf course. The city’s housing market includes new construction homes, particularly in the northeast, as well as ranch-style, split-level, and traditional properties. The Southwest School District, which opened four new buildings in 2021, serves around 4,000 students and has a high rating. Downtown Harrison, known as The District, features shops, restaurants, and bars, and hosts events like the Spring Food Truck rally and the Taste of Harrison. For shopping, residents have access to local chain stores and can travel to Stone Creek Towne Center, 13 miles away, or Kenwood Towne Centre in Cincinnati, about 30 miles away. Harrison’s summers average below 90 F, while winters average below freezing with 14 inches of annual snowfall. The city has seen a decrease in property crimes from 2015-2020, with minimal violent crimes reported during that period. Harrison provides convenient access to Interstate 74 and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, 23 miles south.
