Cities, Towns and Villages in Riley County, Kansas

List of All Cities, Towns, and Villages in Riley County, Kansas

Riley County, Kansas, is located in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated in the Flint Hills region, and its county seat is Manhattan.

Cities

County Seat: Manhattan
Founded: August 25, 1855
Named After: Bennett C. Riley, a career U.S. Army officer and the first governor of the Territory of California
Area: Approximately 622 square miles
Population: As of the 2020 census, the population was around 76,633.
Major Lakes/Rivers: Kansas River (partly borders the county)
Main Highways: Interstate 70, U.S. Highway 24, Kansas Highway 177
Notable Attractions: Kansas State University, Konza Prairie Biological Station, Sunset Zoo
Economy: Education and research, agriculture, and military activities contribute to the county’s economy.
History: Riley County was established in 1855 and named after Bennett C. Riley, a military officer.
Outdoor Activities: Hiking at Konza Prairie, boating on Tuttle Creek Lake, and various recreational activities.
Notable People: Gordon Parks, a renowned photographer, filmmaker, and writer, was born in Fort Scott, Kansas, but spent some of his early years in the nearby town of Fort Riley.
Official Website: https://www.rileycountyks.gov/