Manchester, KS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
77 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$12,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
37.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$57,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$333 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson County
2
Kansas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dickinson County
3
Kansas
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 29
Feb 1 4 33
Mar 2 2 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 1 1 43
Dec 1 4 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 24, KS State House District 64, KS
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Schools

Solomon High
12 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Solomon Elem
12 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Blue Ridge Elem
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Abilene Middle School
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Kansas Wesleyan University
25 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Salina Area Technical College
27 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Cloud County Community College
37 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital
13 miles, S • 2.3 star
Clay County Medical Center
23 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Salina Regional Airport
28 miles, SW • 1 star
Manhattan Regional Airport
35 miles, E • 1 star
Hays Regional Airport
106 miles, W • 1 star
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