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Manila, CA

California · Humboldt County

Manila is a small town in California with a population of 826. Residents earn $58,950 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
826 Population 1,180/sq mi density
$58,950 Median Income $33,397 per capita
$404,000 Home Value
$1,444 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,950 median income, 4.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$404,000 home value, $1,444/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,950
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $404,000
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.8%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,444
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population826
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density1,180/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,950
Per Capita$33,397
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute18 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$404,000
Rent$1,444
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units333
Rent Burden34.0%

Health

Obesity30.5%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.3%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation17 ft (5 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.8%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+12.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute18 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries13

Is Manila a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manila receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Manila offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manila is $58,950, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manila is $404,000, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,444 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Manila experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Manila has a population of 826 with a density of 1,180 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

826
Total Population
1,180
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Manila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manila vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manila is $58,950, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Manila vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,950
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,397
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Manila is $404,000, 43% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,444 (24% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$404,000
43% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,444
24% above US avg
Rent Burden34.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.5%
Housing Units333
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Manila, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Manila has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,180/sq mi
Coordinates40.8509°N, 124.1632°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyHumboldt County County
County FIPS06023
Manila is located in Humboldt County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 46.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.8%
39% above US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+12.3%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,180/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyHumboldt County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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