Manhattan Population 2026
Manhattan has a population of 56,308, making it the #745 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 156× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,308
Rank in United States
#745
Coordinates
39.18°N, 96.57°W
~311 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,684 km
1,046 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Lenexa | 52,490 | #819 |
Cities near Manhattan
- Junction City24,621 people · ~28 km away
- Topeka125,963 people · ~79 km away
- Emporia24,649 people · ~93 km away
- Salina47,813 people · ~98 km away
- Lawrence93,917 people · ~118 km away
- Leavenworth35,980 people · ~143 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Manhattan?
Manhattan has a population of 56,308 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #745 biggest city in United States.
What state is Manhattan in?
Manhattan is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Manhattan the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,684 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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