Manchester, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Manchester, Kansas had a total population of 69, the 600th largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $13,750, which is 81% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 40.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 81% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (40.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 3.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.0% is notably above the national average.
Manchester Quick Facts
How Manchester Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 77 | 69 | -10.4% |
| Median household income | $12,500 | $13,750 | +10.0% |
How Manchester Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Manchester Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Dickinson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene | 6,449 | $57,924 | 6.8% | $131,500 |
| Herington | 2,164 | $70,574 | 7.6% | $85,200 |
| Chapman | 1,454 | $72,344 | 11.2% | $195,600 |
| Enterprise | 710 | $60,707 | 12.2% | $93,600 |
| Hope | 485 | $51,500 | 38.8% | $100,000 |
| Woodbine | 137 | $52,159 | 5.8% | $90,000 |
| Detroit | 75 | $120,000 | 0.0% | $112,500 |
| Talmage | 44 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Carlton | 27 | $65,625 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Manchester
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin | 72 | N/A | $17,000 | 6.5% | 13.9% |
| Devon | 73 | N/A | N/A | 15.3% | 0.0% |
| Athol | 65 | N/A | $68,600 | 2.6% | 0.0% |
| Coyville | 62 | N/A | $49,100 | 9.6% | 41.9% |
| Elmdale | 61 | N/A | $40,600 | 27.8% | 72.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 69, Manchester's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Manchester is a small community located in Kansas, within Dickinson County. The total population is 69. It ranks as the 600th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Manchester is 52.5 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 10.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Manchester is $13,750. This is 81% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 83% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 40.6%. This is 260% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 10.0%. This is 156% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 86.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Manchester has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.6% of all residents.
Education
3.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Manchester, Kansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 721 Census-designated places in Kansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Manchester, Kansas?
Manchester, Kansas has a population of 69 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Manchester, KS?
The median household income in Manchester is $13,750, which is 83% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Manchester, KS?
The poverty rate in Manchester is 40.6%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Manchester, Kansas?
Manchester's population is 98.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Manchester, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Manchester — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Manchester, Kansas?
3.7% of adults (25+) in Manchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.