Manson, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Manson, Washington
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Aerial view of Manson
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 Manson, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Chelan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.25 km2) |
| • Land | 1.25 sq mi (3.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,140 ft (350 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,523 |
| • Density | 1,171/sq mi (452.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98831
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1522682 |
| FIPS code | 53-42835 |
Manson is a small community in Chelan County, Washington. It is known as a "census-designated place." This means it is an area that the government counts for population. However, it does not have its own city government.
Manson was named in 1912. It got its name from Manson F. Backus. He was the president of the Lake Chelan Land Company.
About Manson, Washington
Where is Manson?
Manson is located in the north-central part of Washington state. It sits on the north shore of Lake Chelan. This is a long and beautiful lake. Manson is about 7 miles (11 km) northwest of the city of Chelan.
The community is part of the Wenatchee–East Wenatchee Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it is connected to those bigger towns for things like jobs and services.
Population and Growth
The USPS ZIP code for Manson is 98831. In the 2020 census, the population of Manson was 1,523 people. This was the first time Manson was officially counted by the census bureau. In 2010, the population was 1,468. This shows a small increase in the number of people living there.
What to Do in Manson
Manson is known for its beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. It is also home to several notable wineries. These include Tildeo, Cairdeas, Succession, Lake Chelan Winery, Chelan Ridge, and Amos Rome. Visitors can enjoy the lake and the surrounding natural beauty.
