Huron, KS

Kansas

Huron is a small town in Kansas with a population of 33. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
33 Population 471/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $36,261 per capita
54°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 9.4% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population33
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density471/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$36,261
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$845M
Commute30 min

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation1,163 ft (354 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Huron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huron receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Huron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huron is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Huron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Huron has a population of 33 with a density of 471 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 9.1% Hispanic.

Population

33
Total Population
471
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Huron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huron is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Huron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,261
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$63,080

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$845M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare38
Retail42
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,933
12% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Huron, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death9,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities38
Huron has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall17.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,163 ft (354 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density471/sq mi
Coordinates39.6382°N, 95.3512°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density471/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants35
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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