Hanston is a city located in Hodgeman County, in the state of Kansas (KS), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.3 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 2160 ft. With a population of approximately 259 residents, Hanston offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.65% males and 51.35% females, and it has a population density of 959.26 people per square mile (370.37/km²). Hanston lies at a latitude of 38.12 and a longitude of -99.71, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (17.8%), followed by English (13.1%), German (40.2%), and Scotch-Irish (3.5%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 67849.