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Manchester, CA

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Manchester is a small town in California with a population of 234. Residents earn $60,873 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
234 Population 89/sq mi density
$60,873 Median Income $29,847 per capita
$407,100 Home Value $625,358 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$60,873 median income, 5.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$407,100 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,873
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $407,100
44% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,873
Per Capita$29,847
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,693M
Commute12 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$407,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$625,358
Housing Units141
Rent Burden13.7%

Health

Obesity27.3%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation70 ft (21 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 61%
Commute12 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries7

Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manchester receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Manchester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manchester is $60,873, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manchester is $407,100, 44% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Manchester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Manchester has a population of 234 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32.5%).

Population

234
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Manchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only47.6%
39% below US avg
Spanish52.4%
291% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Manchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manchester is $60,873, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Manchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,873
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,847
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$67,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,522
County GDP$4,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants336
Healthcare265
Retail403
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Drive Alone35.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Manchester is $407,100, 44% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $625,358.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$407,100
44% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$625,358

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden13.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied24.7%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
In Manchester, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,286
Dentists1:1,247
Mental Health1:152
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Manchester has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation70 ft (21 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates38.9744°N, 123.6910°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.5%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants336
Retail Stores403

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Drive Alone35.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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