Manter, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Manter, Kansas had a total population of 142, the 491st largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $47,578, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.
Manter Quick Facts
How Manter 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 | 92 | 142 | +54.3% |
| Median household income | $49,737 | $47,578 | -4.3% |
How Manter 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+)
Manter Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Stanton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City | 1,549 | $71,105 | 1.7% | $65,200 |
| Big Bow | 86 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Manter
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crestline | 139 | N/A | N/A | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Lorraine | 137 | $46,875 | $50,000 | 8.0% | 33.6% |
| Fall River | 148 | $46,500 | $39,700 | 11.1% | 22.3% |
| Goff | 133 | N/A | $50,000 | 9.3% | 68.4% |
| Woodbine | 137 | $52,159 | $90,000 | 16.7% | 5.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Manter'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
Manter is a small community located in Kansas, within Stanton County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 491st most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Manter is 68.2 years. This is 82% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. Only 3.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 23.9% 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 Manter is $47,578. This is 36% lower than the state median of $74,275. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Manter. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 150% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. 86.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Manter is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 5.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (5.6% vs 2.9%).
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Manter, 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 Manter, Kansas?
Manter, Kansas has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Manter, KS?
The median household income in Manter is $47,578, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Manter, KS?
The ACS sample for Manter recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Manter, Kansas?
Manter's population is 81.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Manter, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Manter — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Manter, Kansas?
16.1% of adults (25+) in Manter hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.