City vs city
Manhattan, KS vs Shawnee, KS
| Manhattan | Shawnee | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 53,951 | 68,175 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.6% | 0.7% |
| Median home value | $243,700 | $332,900 |
| Median rent | $1,019 | $1,233 |
| Household income | $58,441 | $106,312 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 3.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 28% | 34% |
| State crime /100k | 2,398 | 2,398 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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