Manhattan, KS
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 44,861 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Manhattan experiences all four seasons.
Geography
Manhattan is tucked into the Flint Hills of northeast Kansas.
Cultural Attractions
The Oz Museum, in nearby Lincoln, is home to one of the largest private collections of Wonderful Wizard of Oz memorabilia in the world.
Recreation
Tuttle Creek offers an area for boating, fishing and hunting.
Economy
Kansas State University and Fort Riley (one of the nation's largest military installations) are the leading employers in the area.
| Population [details] | 44,861 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 80.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 486.61 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 48.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 35.83 °F/11.49 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.87 °F/64.93 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 28.27 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 85 |
| Cost of living [details] | 98 |
| State sales tax | 5.30% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Oklahoma City (255.85 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MANHATTAN REGIONAL (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Wineries |
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