Median Income
$77,869
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$113,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$331
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Herman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population355
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density2,536/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A
Median Income$77,869
Per Capita$27,018
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$1,898M
Commute43 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$113,800
Rent$331
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,119
Rent Burden9.0%
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,043 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute43 min
Libraries2
Is Herman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Herman 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 long commute times, high obesity rates. Herman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Herman is $77,869, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Herman is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $331 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Herman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Herman has a population of 355 with a density of 2,536 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Herman is $77,869, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,869 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,018 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,187 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $103,197 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 685 |
| County GDP | $1,898M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 65 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,947 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Herman is $113,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $331 (72% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,119.
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,800 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $399,119 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $331 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 9.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,947 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.10% |
In Herman, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Herman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 4,802/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
Crime Rates: Herman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Herman has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.3 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,536/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6738°N, 96.2167°W |
| County FIPS | 31177 |