Kentucky
Manitou is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 163. Residents earn $108,802 per year, which is 45% above the national average.
Based on current data, Manitou receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Manitou stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Manitou is $108,802, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Manitou among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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.
The median home value in Manitou is $134,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Manitou enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $108,802 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,846 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,054 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,081 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,209 |
| County GDP | $2,661M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 125 |
| Retail | 164 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,074 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.29% |
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 99.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $134,500 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $221,620 |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,074 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.29% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,560/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 125 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.2 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 493 ft (150 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3740°N, 87.5755°W |
| County FIPS | 21107 |
Winner: Republican by 50.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.5% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 53.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 125 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 164 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 99.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |