Manteno, Illinois
Manteno: city in Illinois, United States of America
About
Manteno is a city located in the county of Kankakee in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,204 and a population density of 1,833 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,892 inhabitants.
The city was created 171 years ago in 1854.
Manteno is a village in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States. The population was 9,204 at the 2010 census, up from 6,414 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Kankakee-Bourbonnais-Bradley Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Manteno was founded by Alexander Stillwell and his family in 1848; they named it after the city of Mantua in Italy. The town has been home to several other famous names, including President James A. Garfield (who practiced law here), John L. Sullivan (a professional boxer) and Al Capone (who worked as a bouncer at a local nightclub).
Today, Manteno is known as an agricultural community that boasts one of the largest high school enrollments in Illinois (over 1,400 students).
Quick Facts about Manteno
| Population | 8,892 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Kankakee County |
| Area | 5.02 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.2506,-87.8314 |
| Altitude | 2,257 feet / 688 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1855 (171 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 05:58:13 (23rd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 60950 |
| Density | 1,771 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.51% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Manteno is located at 41°15'2"N 87°49'53"W (41.2505900, -87.8314300).
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Official website of Manteno
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Manteno decreased by 3.51% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,204 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,189 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,148 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,102 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,049 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,023 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,009 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,002 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,972 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,955 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,892 | -0.71% | estimation process |
Where to Eat in Manteno
1Monical's Pizza
199 Southcreek Dr, Manteno, IL 60950, United States View details
Phone: +18154687409 | Website available
2Dunkin'
9051 North Hwy 45/52, Manteno, IL 60950, United States View details
Phone: +17733267519 | Website available
3Jimmy John's
104 Southcreek Dr, Manteno, IL 60950, United States View details
Phone: +18154688866 | Website available
4Subway
113 N Cypress Dr, Manteno, IL 60950, United States View details
Phone: +18154687800 | Website available
Where to Stay in Manteno
1Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Manteno, IL
380 S Cypress Dr, Manteno, IL 60950, United States View details
Phone: +18159072021 | Website available
People born in Manteno (1)
American football player and coach, basketball coach, baseball coach, college athletics administrator Maurice J. "Clipper" Smith was born in Manteno
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Manteno, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143376 | Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley | Bourbonnais (IL) | 60914 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Manteno, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| KKI | Kankakee | 199 South East Ave. | RAIL |
| HMW | Homewood | 18015 Park Ave. | RAIL |
| JOL | Joliet Transportation Center | 50 East Jefferson Street | RAIL |
| DYE | Dyer station | 913 Sheffield Avenue | RAIL |
| DWT | Dwight station | 119 West Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Manteno.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Manten Post Office | Manteno (IL) | 60950 |
Other cities in Kankakee County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kankakee County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kankakee | 25,668 | City in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States |
| Bourbonnais | 19,378 | Human settlement in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Bradley | 15,132 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Momence | 3,049 | City in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States |
| Otto | 2,445 | Township in Kankakee County, Illinois |
| Herscher | 1,483 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Grant Park | 1,231 | Village in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States |
| Saint Anne | 1,174 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Lake | 930 | Township of Illinois |
| Chebanse | 908 | Village in United States of America |
| Aroma Park | 678 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Hopkins Park | 608 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Essex | 548 | Village in Kankakee County, Illinois |
| Sun River Terrace | 488 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Bonfield | 352 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Buckingham | 280 | Town in Illinois, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Manteno distances to largest Illinois cities