Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 19.2% ▲ 92% above avg |
| College Grads | 57.8% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 214 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,365 (15.9%) |
| Some College | 3,108 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 5,408 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 3,539 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,187 (47.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,600 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,313 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,034/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 30,751 |
| Vacant Units | 3,459 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Riley County is located in Kansas and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 68,409 residents. With a median age of 29, it is a young county.
Riley County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,600 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 19.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Riley County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $243,313 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,034.
The residents of Riley County are primarily White (77.69%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 57.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Riley County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66449 | Leonardville | 981 | $84,348 | $158,700 | $900 | 1.4% | 39.5% |
| 66502 | Manhattan | 43,247 | $52,363 | $217,500 | $953 | 4.3% | 54.7% |
| 66503 | Manhattan | 17,272 | $96,000 | $325,400 | $1,215 | 3.1% | 66.8% |
| 66517 | Ogden | 1,628 | $61,953 | $149,700 | $1,164 | 6.8% | 59.3% |
| 66554 | Randolph | 744 | $92,644 | $240,500 | $960 | 1.3% | 59.8% |
| 66531 | Riley | 1,348 | $76,607 | $195,900 | $1,301 | 1.2% | 51.8% |