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Manchester, IA
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Manchester, IA
At a Glance
How Manchester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Manchester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Manchester residents earn a median household income of $58,578 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,998. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 606 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Manchester is $130,500 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,987. Median rent is $743/month, with 31.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Manchester reports 202 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,735/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.2% of adults in Manchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Manchester has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.