Mankato is a city located in Jewell 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 1.0 square miles (3.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1776 ft. With a population of approximately 976 residents, Mankato offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.77% males and 51.23% females, and it has a population density of 966.34 people per square mile (373.10/km²). Mankato lies at a latitude of 39.79 and a longitude of -98.21, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.2%), followed by English (15.3%), German (25.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 66956.