Manchester, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Manchester is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,788. Residents earn $73,472 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,788 Population 3,621/sq mi density
$73,472 Median Income $36,342 per capita
$184,700 Home Value $272,131 Zillow
$1,193 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,472 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,700 home value, $1,193/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,472
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,700
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,193
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,788
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density3,621/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,472
Per Capita$36,342
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,700
Rent$1,193
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,131

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation496 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Manchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manchester receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $73,472, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manchester is $184,700, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,193 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Manchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Manchester has a population of 2,788 with a density of 3,621 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.1%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

2,788
Total Population
3,621
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Manchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.7%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.3%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manchester is $73,472, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Manchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,472
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,342
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Manchester is $184,700, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,193 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,131.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,700
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,131
Median List Price$300,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,000
$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,193
3% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Manchester has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation496 ft (151 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density3,621/sq mi
Coordinates40.0612°N, 76.7194°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,621/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home10.1%

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