Median Income
$75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$39,100
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.1%
31% 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
Population223
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Economy
A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$24,274
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$184M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$39,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,249 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute17 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries2
Is Manitou a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Manitou receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Manitou offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Manitou is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Manitou is $39,100, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Manitou enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Manitou has a population of 223 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 16.6% Hispanic, 9.9% Black.
Population
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Manitou is $75,000, which is 0% below 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 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,000 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,274 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $829 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,839 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 177 |
| County GDP | $184M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,425 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.9 min |
| Work from Home | 20.8% |
The median home value in Manitou is $39,100, 86% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $39,100 |
| 86% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,425 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.64% |
In Manitou, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Manitou vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.4% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,605/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Manitou vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Manitou has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,249 ft (381 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 719/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5072°N, 98.9810°W |
| County FIPS | 40141 |