Chanute is a city located in Neosho 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 6.1 square miles (16.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 950 ft. With a population of approximately 9,411 residents, Chanute offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.81% males and 53.19% females, and it has a population density of 532.74 people per square mile (591.79/km²). Chanute lies at a latitude of 37.68 and a longitude of -95.46, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (8.5%), followed by English (10.6%), German (23.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 66720.