In the census of 2010, Manchaca had a population of 2,492, up by 9.97% from the previous year. The median rent in Manchaca is -, and the median house value is $370,100. Males in Manchaca are younger than females, with a median age of 46 years. The city's school rating is below the Metro average and below the National average.
The Postal Service only operated a post office in Manchaca from June 1874 to May 1875, and the residents of the town received their mail at Onion Creek. The International-Great Northern Railroad opened in 1880, allowing the city to expand as a shipping point for lumber, cotton, and posts. By the mid-19th century, the city was home to 75 residents. A Methodist church, school, and post office were also established.
The Manchaca City population statistics show that residents are neighborly, with 80% owner-occupied homes and an average household size of 2.9. Quality of life is a matter of taste. While some people prefer the urban feel, others like the tranquility of a suburban setting. In either case, the population and demographics of Manchaca are excellent for a family looking for a new home.
The population of Manchaca is located within the Austin Independent School District. Manchaca City residents are zoned to attend Menchaca Elementary School, Paredes Middle School, and Akins High School, all in Austin. The Manchaca Elementary School was built in 1977, and Paredes Middle School and Akins High School opened in August 2000. There are several different neighborhoods within Manchaca.