Hartford, KS

Kansas

Hartford is a small town in Kansas with a population of 442. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
442 Population 1,105/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $28,305 per capita
$69,400 Home Value $235,699 Zillow
$718 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,400 home value, $718/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population442
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density1,105/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$28,305
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$928M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,400
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,699

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,083 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hartford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartford is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartford is $69,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hartford has a population of 442 with a density of 1,105 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

442
Total Population
1,105
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%
Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartford is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hartford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,305
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$72,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)260
County GDP$928M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare22
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartford is $69,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,699.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,400
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,699

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,477
29% below US avg
Effective Rate3.57%
In Hartford, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death7,566/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hartford has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,083 ft (330 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Coordinates38.3084°N, 95.9566°W
County FIPS20031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

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