Herington is a city located in Dickinson County, in the state of Kansas (KS), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 2.1 square miles (5.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1350 ft. With a population of approximately 2,563 residents, Herington offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.02% males and 52.98% females, and it has a population density of 208.96 people per square mile (466.78/km²). Herington lies at a latitude of 38.67 and a longitude of -96.95, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (8.5%), followed by English (8.5%), German (36.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 67449.