Humboldt, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Allen County County
Humboldt, KS
At a Glance
How Humboldt Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Humboldt's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Humboldt a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Humboldt residents earn a median household income of $43,558 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,124. The unemployment rate stands at 17.2% (378% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 400 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Humboldt is $91,600 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,793. Median rent is $552/month, with 21.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Humboldt reports 181 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 302/100K.
Education
18.1% of adults in Humboldt hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Humboldt has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches.