Kansas
Humboldt is a small town in Kansas with a population of 1,956. Residents earn $43,558 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Humboldt receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Humboldt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Humboldt is $43,558, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Humboldt is $91,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $552 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Humboldt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,558 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,124 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $882 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,616 |
| Unemployment | 10.4% |
| 189% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.8% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
| County GDP | $703M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.40% |
| Commute Time | 17.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $91,600 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $118,084 |
| Census Median Rent | $552 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.40% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,475/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.3 inches |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 976 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,278/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8124°N, 95.4361°W |
| County FIPS | 20001 |
Winner: Republican by 46.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.1% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,278/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 56 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 17.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |