Hermann, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $57,578

23% lower than US avg

Home Value $175,100

38% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 252/100K

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.6%

15% lower than US avg

Median Rent $782

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.2%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.2%

11% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.0%

19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,550

Median Age45.1 yrs

Density1,000/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$57,578

Per Capita$32,565

Unemployment3.2%

Poverty10.0%

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$175,100

Rent$782

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$223,671

Housing Units1,105

Rent Burden22.7%

Crime

Violent252/100K

Property1,807/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault210/100K

Burglary336/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking16.4%

Depression26.4%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.2 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation541 ft (165 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.6%

High School+94.5%

Graduate+6.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband86.7%

Is Hermann a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hermann receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hermann offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hermann is $57,578, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hermann is $175,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hermann is below the national average at 252 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,807 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hermann experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hermann has a population of 2,550 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 4.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 17.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,550

Total Population

1,000

People / sq mi

45.1yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%

Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hermann vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.9%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.1%
	92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hermann vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hermann is $57,578, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,565 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 13.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Hermann vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$57,578
	23% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,565

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.2%
	11% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.0%
	19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.9 min
Drive Alone	77.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hermann is $175,100, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,671, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,105 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. 22.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$175,100
	38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$223,671

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$782
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	72.3%
Housing Units	1,105
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

In Hermann, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 16.4% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 25.8% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.2%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.4%
	17% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	25.8%
Depression	26.4%
Mental Distress	18.7%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.7%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	59.9%

Food & Exercise

Hermann has a violent crime rate of 252 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 210.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 42.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,807 per 100,000, 8% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,429, burglary at 336, vehicle theft at 42 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hermann receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	252.2/100K
	34% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	42.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	210.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,807.5/100K
	8% below US avg
Burglary	336.3/100K
Theft	1,429.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	42.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Hermann experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.5°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.2 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	541 ft (165 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density	1,000/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7042°N, 91.4374°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.0 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.3 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.2 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.8 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.1 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.3 in
December	33°F (1°C)	2.8 in

Hermann has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (1.7").

28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet access. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.6%
	15% below US avg
High School+	94.5%
Graduate Degree+	6.1%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,000/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.7%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.9 min
Drive Alone	77.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hermann

What is the population of Hermann?

Hermann has a population of 2,550 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,000 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is Hermann expensive to live in?

Hermann is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,578, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $175,100 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hermann safe?

Hermann is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 252 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,807 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hermann receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hermann?

Hermann has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Hermann?

Hermann has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 13.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hermann?

The median home value in Hermann is $175,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,671. For renters, the median monthly rent is $782. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Hermann?

Schools in Hermann score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.6% of adults in Hermann hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hermann?

The obesity rate in Hermann is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.4% of adults are smokers. 25.8% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Hermann?

The average commute in Hermann is 26 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hermann?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hermann is 93.4% White, 4.9% Black or African American. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 17.4% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

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