The following article will discuss the Population & Steets in Herman City. Originally, the city of Hermann was a new settlement located at the crossroads of US Highways 19 and 100. But it soon rose to prominence when it acquired the county seat in 1881. Now, this city has grown into a thriving suburban center. Its growth is attributed to its proximity to major highways.
Hermann was first a steamboat port along the Missouri River. In the early 19th century, the river was the primary means of transportation. Most emigrants to Hermann arrived by river. The river provided a thriving economy with a tavern on every corner. The city also boasted the largest general store between Kansas City and St. Louis. Today, the city continues to attract people.
Hermann's median age was 44.9. Twenty-one percent of its residents were under the age of 18. Six percent of the population was 18-24. Twenty-one percent of the population was between 25-44 years of age. Seventeen percent was 45-64 years old, and twenty-two percent was 65 or older. The most common ancestry was German, American, or English. The South African ancestry was also highly concentrated.
The city's population is a bit smaller than Missouri, but Hermann is still home to a diverse population. Compared to other cities in the region, Hermann has a small percentage of singles. The median household size in Hermann is three people, while that of Big Spring is four and five. However, the city has the highest proportion of married people than any other neighborhood in the metro area.