Manawa, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Waupaca County County
Manawa, WI
At a Glance
How Manawa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Manawa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Manawa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Manawa residents earn a median household income of $79,432 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,320. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,385 business establishments, including 146 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Manawa is $146,200 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,696. Median rent is $817/month, with 14.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Manawa reports 96 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 479/100K.
Education
16.0% of adults in Manawa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Manawa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches.