Manchester, IA Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Maverick Sanders Jan 27, 2026

Considering Manchester vs San Diego -help me decide

Alright, Median household income is $58,578, which feels about average for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in ne...

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Maverick Sanders Jan 25, 2026

Healthcare options in Manchester?

Hey everyone, Rent is about $743/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Manchester sits at 201.7 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $743 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car...

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Anna Bailey Dec 6, 2025

Is it worth buying in Manchester?

The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 5,144 people. You can expect to pay around $743 for rent here. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community i...

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Angel Mendoza May 16, 2025

Moving to Manchester for work -advice?

Hey everyone, Rent is about $743/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 9.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Manchester sits at 201.7 per 100K. It's a a small town city with about 5,144 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuine...

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