Manheim, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Manheim is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,028. Residents earn $81,484 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,028 Population 3,643/sq mi density
$81,484 Median Income $36,350 per capita
$218,100 Home Value
$1,324 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
760 Violent Crime/100K 3,637 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$81,484 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,100 home value, $1,324/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
760 violent crimes/100K (100% above avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,484
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,100
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 760/100K
100% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,324
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,028
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density3,643/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,484
Per Capita$36,350
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,100
Rent$1,324
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent760/100K
Property3,637/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault575/100K
Burglary596/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation415 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute24 min
EV Stations9
Libraries17

Is Manheim a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manheim receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Manheim offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manheim is $81,484, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manheim is $218,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,324 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 760 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,637 per 100,000, 86% above the national average.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Manheim experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Manheim has a population of 5,028 with a density of 3,643 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

5,028
Total Population
3,643
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Manheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manheim is $81,484, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Manheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,484
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,350
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Manheim is $218,100, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,324 (14% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,100
23% below US avg
Median List Price$319,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$319,900
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio90.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,324
14% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,631

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Manheim has a violent crime rate of 760 per 100,000 residents, 100% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,637 per 100,000 (86% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent760.2/100K
100% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape102.7/100K
Robbery82.2/100K
Assault575.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,636.7/100K
86% above US avg
Burglary595.9/100K
Theft2,897.1/100K
Vehicle Theft143.8/100K
Arson41.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Manheim has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation415 ft (126 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density3,643/sq mi
Coordinates40.1633°N, 76.3960°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,643/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home11.1%

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