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Manitowoc, WI
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Manitowoc, WI
At a Glance
How Manitowoc Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Manitowoc's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Manitowoc a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Manitowoc residents earn a median household income of $62,133 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,671. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,990 business establishments, including 176 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Manitowoc is $143,900 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $232,459. Median rent is $787/month, with 23.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Manitowoc reports 225 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,942/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
23.8% of adults in Manitowoc hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Manitowoc has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.