Manchester, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Manchester is a small town in New York with a population of 1,655. Residents earn $61,172 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,655 Population 1,452/sq mi density
$61,172 Median Income $30,961 per capita
$106,500 Home Value
$1,188 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,172 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,172
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,655
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,452/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,172
Per Capita$30,961
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$8,917M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation605 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute20 min
Libraries12

Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manchester receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Manchester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manchester is $61,172, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manchester is $106,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Manchester has a population of 1,655 with a density of 1,452 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

1,655
Total Population
1,452
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Manchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manchester is $61,172, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Manchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,172
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,232
IRS Avg AGI$88,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,312
County GDP$8,917M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare277
Retail494
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,466
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Manchester is $106,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg
Median List Price$185,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,000
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio113.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,466
199% above US avg
Effective Rate9.83%
In Manchester, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death6,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities277

Crime Rates: Manchester vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Manchester has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation605 ft (184 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,452/sq mi
Coordinates42.9681°N, 77.2316°W
County FIPS36069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 49.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,452/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities277
Restaurants330
Retail Stores494

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

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