Herndon, KS

Kansas

Herndon is a small town in Kansas with a population of 105. Residents earn $60,938 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
105 Population 328/sq mi density
$60,938 Median Income $45,625 per capita
$45,300 Home Value $89,422 Zillow
$375 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,300 home value, $375/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,300
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $375
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$45,625
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$222M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,300
Rent$375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$89,422
Housing Units96
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,672 ft (814 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+89.6%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries3

Is Herndon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herndon receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Herndon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herndon is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herndon is $45,300, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $375 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Herndon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Herndon has a population of 105 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

105
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Herndon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Herndon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herndon is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Herndon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,938
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,625
Avg Weekly Wage$737
IRS Avg AGI$54,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$222M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare4
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Herndon is $45,300, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $375 (68% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $89,422.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,300
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$89,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$375
68% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.7%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Herndon, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death10,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities4
Herndon has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,672 ft (814 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates39.9092°N, 100.7865°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+89.6%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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