Settlers at West Harrison found numerous mounds constructed by Indians.

There were 174 housing units at an average density of 790.9 per square mile (305.4/km2).

43.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The racial makeup of the town was 99.30% White, 0.35% Native American, and 0.35% from two or more races.

46.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

About 32.4% of families and 31.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 47.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 17.9% of those 65 or over.