Manteno, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Manteno is a small city in Illinois with a population of 8,942. Residents earn $96,057 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
8,942 Population 1,671/sq mi density
$96,057 Median Income $48,618 per capita
$241,700 Home Value $305,833 Zillow
$1,072 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,057 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$241,700 home value, $1,072/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,057
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,700
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,942
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,671/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,057
Per Capita$48,618
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$8,529M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,700
Rent$1,072
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,833

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation683 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute31 min
EV Stations3
Libraries8

Is Manteno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manteno receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Manteno stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manteno is $96,057, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manteno is $241,700, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Manteno experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Manteno has a population of 8,942 with a density of 1,671 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

8,942
Total Population
1,671
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Manteno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manteno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manteno is $96,057, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Manteno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,057
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,618
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$67,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,200
County GDP$8,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare312
Retail343
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manteno is $241,700, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,700
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,833
Median List Price$357,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$357,450
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops19.1%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Manteno, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death10,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities312

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Manteno has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation683 ft (208 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density1,671/sq mi
Coordinates41.2479°N, 87.8443°W
County FIPS17091
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,671/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities312
Restaurants248
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home12.0%

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