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Manns Choice, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Manns Choice is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 315. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
315 Population 630/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $21,475 per capita
$92,800 Home Value $198,523 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,800 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population315
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density630/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$21,475
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,523
Housing Units109
Rent Burden18.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries14

Is Manns Choice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manns Choice receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Manns Choice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manns Choice is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manns Choice is $92,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Manns Choice experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Manns Choice has a population of 315 with a density of 630 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%).

Population

315
Total Population
630
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Manns Choice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Manns Choice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manns Choice is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Manns Choice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,475
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Manns Choice is $92,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,523.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,523

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
Manns Choice has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density630/sq mi
Coordinates40.0033°N, 78.5908°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density630/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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