Manawa, WI

Wisconsin

Manawa is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,317. Residents earn $79,432 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,317 Population 808/sq mi density
$79,432 Median Income $42,320 per capita
$146,200 Home Value $258,583 Zillow
$817 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
75 Violent Crime/100K 528 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$79,432 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,200 home value, $817/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
75 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,432
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $146,200
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 75/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

How Manawa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,317
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density808/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,432
Per Capita$42,320
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$2,507M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,200
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,583

Crime

F
Violent75/100K
Property528/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault75/100K
Burglary151/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Elevation824 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Libraries9

Is Manawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manawa receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Manawa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manawa is $79,432, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manawa is $146,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Manawa is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 528 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Manawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Manawa has a population of 1,317 with a density of 808 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,317
Total Population
808
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Manawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manawa is $79,432, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Manawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,432
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,320
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$67,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,385
County GDP$2,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare133
Retail168
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Manawa is $146,200, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,583.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,200
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,583

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In Manawa, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Manawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,173/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities133
Manawa has a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 528 per 100,000 (73% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Manawa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent75.4/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault75.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property527.5/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary150.7/100K
Theft376.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Manawa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density808/sq mi
Coordinates44.4615°N, 88.9205°W
County FIPS55135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density808/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants146
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home4.1%

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