Hardtner, KS

Kansas

Hardtner is a small town in Kansas with a population of 240. Residents earn $47,222 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
240 Population 857/sq mi density
$47,222 Median Income $19,394 per capita
$47,400 Home Value
$880 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,222 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,400 home value, $880/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,222
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,400
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

How Hardtner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population240
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density857/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,222
Per Capita$19,394
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$229M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,400
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Elevation1,427 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute20 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries3

Is Hardtner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardtner receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hardtner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardtner is $47,222, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardtner is $47,400, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardtner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hardtner has a population of 240 with a density of 857 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%), with 13.8% Hispanic.

Population

240
Total Population
857
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardtner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hardtner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardtner is $47,222, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hardtner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,222
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,394
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$60,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)210
County GDP$229M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare16
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,871
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardtner is $47,400, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,400
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,871
18% below US avg
Effective Rate6.06%
In Hardtner, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hardtner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death10,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access47.1%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: Hardtner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hardtner has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall9.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density857/sq mi
Coordinates37.0144°N, 98.6492°W
County FIPS20007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.2-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 72.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density857/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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