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Manchester, IL

Illinois

Manchester is a small town in Illinois with a population of 187. Residents earn $73,250 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
187 Population 176/sq mi density
$73,250 Median Income $37,728 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$73,250 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $500/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,250
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,250
Per Capita$37,728
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$208M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units96
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation685 ft (209 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries2

Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manchester receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Manchester stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manchester is $73,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manchester is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Manchester has a population of 187 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Manchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manchester is $73,250, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Manchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,250
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,728
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Manchester is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.1%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Manchester, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits59.1%
Premature Death9,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access8.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Manchester has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation685 ft (209 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates39.5423°N, 90.3303°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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