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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $81,484 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,350 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,153 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,509 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,605 |
| County GDP | $39,951M |
| Restaurants | 1,139 |
| Healthcare | 1,279 |
| Retail | 1,900 |
| Manufacturing | 1,012 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,335 |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.90% |
| Commute Time | 24.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
| Census Median | $218,100 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $319,900 |
| Median List Price | $319,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $157 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.3% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,324 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,631 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,335 |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.90% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,922/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,279 |
| Total Violent | 760.2/100K |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 102.7/100K |
| Robbery | 82.2/100K |
| Assault | 575.3/100K |
| Total Property | 3,636.7/100K |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 595.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,897.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 143.8/100K |
| Arson | 41.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.2 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 415 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,643/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1633°N, 76.3960°W |
| County FIPS | 42071 |
Winner: Republican by 16 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,643/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,279 |
| Restaurants | 1,139 |
| Retail Stores | 1,900 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Avg Commute | 24.2 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |