Manchester, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Clay County County
Manchester, KY
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 $30,291 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,275. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 38.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Manchester is $109,100 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $114,162. Median rent is $611/month, with 34.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Manchester reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 857/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in Manchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 74.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Manchester has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches.