Manitou, KY

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.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
163 Population 247/sq mi density
$108,802 Median Income $37,846 per capita
$134,500 Home Value $221,620 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,802 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,500 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,802
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $134,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.5%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,802
Per Capita$37,846
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,661M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,620

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation493 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries2

Is Manitou a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Manitou has a population of 163 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

163
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Manitou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manitou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manitou is $108,802, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Manitou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,802
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,846
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$61,081

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,209
County GDP$2,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare125
Retail164
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,074
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manitou is $134,500, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,620.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,500
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,620

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,074
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.29%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Premature Death11,560/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities125

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Manitou has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation493 ft (150 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates37.3740°N, 87.5755°W
County FIPS21107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.5%
44% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities125
Restaurants76
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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