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Manchester, MN

Minnesota

Manchester is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 46. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
46 Population 657/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $25,187 per capita
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density657/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$25,187
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.7%
County GDP$1,740M
Commute17 min

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,284 ft (391 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+75.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute17 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries1

Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manchester receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include 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 $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Manchester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Manchester has a population of 46 with a density of 657 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.6%), with 28.3% Hispanic.

Population

46
Total Population
657
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

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 $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Manchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,187
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$64,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% above US avg
Establishments (County)832
County GDP$1,740M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail131
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

Manchester has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,284 ft (391 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density657/sq mi
Coordinates43.7254°N, 93.4509°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+75.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density657/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.4%

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