Fort Riley, KS is a small town of 8,006 people located in the North Central Flint Hills region of Kansas. The population density of Fort Riley is 1,448 people per square mile, which is significantly lower than the U.S. average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Fort Riley has a lively atmosphere with plenty to do throughout the year. Local businesses such as Stearmans Bar & Grill and Jameson's Irish Pub provide plenty of entertainment and dining options. Outdoor activities such as hiking trails, fishing spots and nearby golf courses offer year-round activities for all ages. For those who prefer organized recreation, there are numerous sports teams and organizations active in the community such as the Fort Riley Patriot Baseball Team and the Junior Enlisted Association at Fort Riley (JEAR). Lastly, local sporting events like paintball tournaments and softball leagues provide an exciting way to get together with friends and family for some friendly competition.
The population in Fort Riley is 8,006. There are 1,568 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Fort Riley is 22.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Fort Riley is 3.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Fort Riley
- 53.5% are married
- 2.4% are divorced
- 74.7% are married with children
- 14.6% have children, but are single
Race in Fort Riley
- 61.1% are White
- 15.1% are Black
- 2.2% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 17.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.5% Two or more races
- 0.9% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander