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Herington, KS

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Population
2,101
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,355 ft
Median Home Value
$85,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$945/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$70,574
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Herington

Herington is a quiet central Kansas town built on deep railroad roots. Located south of Junction City and Salina, it offers an easygoing pace of life with open prairie all around. Union Pacific trains still run through on active tracks, preserving the town's original railroad character. Outdoor enthusiasts will love that Herington marks the western trailhead of the Flint Hills Nature Trail, giving residents direct access to more than a hundred miles of walking, biking, and riding across the scenic countryside.

Herington Carnegie Public Library (Kansas) front view

The town also has a distinctive aviation history stemming from World War II, when thousands of bomber crews passed through the local army airfield. That property now operates as Herington Regional Airport and an active business park. With nearby Herington Lake offering fishing and camping spots, plus affordable homes and friendly neighbors, the town appeals to anyone looking for classic, unhurried small-town living in Kansas.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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