Manhattan and the surrounding area have a close relationship with Fort Riley. Home to the 1st Infantry Division, Fort Riley is located just ten minutes west of Manhattan. The post is easily accessible from K-18 and is a short commute.

As the thirteenth largest city in Kansas, Fort Riley serves more than 60,000 soldiers, family members, retirees and Department of the Army civilians. Many of these individuals live off-post in the surrounding region including Manhattan and Riley County.

In fiscal year 2009, Fort Riley’s total economic impact on the state was more than $2 billion. Much of that impact was felt right here at home in Manhattan.

New Interactive Visitor's Guide

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For those choosing to live or shop off-post, Manhattan is the premier destination for settling into your new home.  Look no further - we have shopping, restaurants, and recreational opportunities to keep you busy with life 24/7. Why not choose to work, live, and play in your back yard? You won't regret coming to Manhattan! 

Area employers are eager to select from the pool of available spouses and support numerous workforce development initiatives. They also collaborate with the Fort Riley Retirement Services Office to facilitate the retirement transition to the Manhattan area.

Fort Riley's presence positively impacts the entire region and advances economic development by virtue of providing infrastructure requirements such as enhanced airport facilities and improved highways and access routes.