Manchester, KS — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $12,500

83% lower than US avg

Home Value $26,800

90% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.3%

90% lower than US avg

Unemployment 9.0%

150% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 52.4%

323% higher than US avg

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

People

Population77

Median Age52.6 yrs

Density481/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans67.0%

Economy

Median Income$12,500

Per Capita$19,544

Unemployment9.0%

Poverty52.4%

County GDP$150M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$26,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units42

Rent Burden24.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain31.9 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.3%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+10.7%

School Score6.00

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%

Commute29 min

Broadband40.0%

Libraries2

Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manchester receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Manchester has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manchester is $12,500, 83% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 52.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manchester is $26,800, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Manchester has a population of 77 with a density of 481 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.2% female and 55.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 67.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

481

People / sq mi

52.6yrs

Median Age

35% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%

Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Manchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.5%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.5%
	89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manchester is $12,500, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,544 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $761, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 52.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 157 business establishments, including 7 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Manchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$12,500
	83% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,544
Avg Weekly Wage	$761
IRS Avg AGI	$62,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.0%
	150% above US avg
Poverty Rate	52.4%
	323% above US avg
Establishments (County)	157
County GDP	$150M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	15
Retail	15
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,478
	28% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	16.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.4 min
Drive Alone	83.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manchester is $26,800, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 42 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $4,478 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$26,800
	90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$702
1 Bedroom	$753
2 Bedrooms	$947
3 Bedrooms	$1,223
4 Bedrooms	$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.0%
Renter-Occupied	10.0%
Housing Units	42
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,478
	28% above US avg
Effective Rate	16.71%

Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,322 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	54.3°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	31.9 inches
	16% below US avg
Snowfall	10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,322 ft (403 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	481/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0933°N, 97.3202°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Ottawa County County
County FIPS	20143

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	0.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	0.8 in
March	44°F (7°C)	2.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	2.6 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.2 in
June	74°F (24°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
July	80°F (27°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.4 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.7 in
November	42°F (6°C)	1.5 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	0.9 in

Manchester has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 28°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.7").

Manchester is located in Ottawa County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 3.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.4% of the vote, a 66.6-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 15 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%

D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.3%
	90% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	10.7%
School Test Score	6.00

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	481/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Ottawa County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	40.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.4 min
Drive Alone	83.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Manchester

What is the population of Manchester?

Manchester has a population of 77 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 481 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.2% female and 55.8% male.

Is Manchester expensive to live in?

Manchester is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $12,500, 83% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $26,800 (90% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Manchester?

Manchester has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Manchester?

The job market in Manchester faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $761. There are 157 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Manchester?

The median home value in Manchester is $26,800. The average annual property tax is $4,478.

How are the schools in Manchester?

Schools in Manchester score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 3.3% of adults in Manchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Manchester?

The average commute in Manchester is 29 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Manchester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Manchester is 98.7% White. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 67.0% of the population are military veterans. 13.2% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

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