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Manton, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Manton is a small town in California with a population of 628. Residents earn $132,535 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
628 Population 35/sq mi density
$132,535 Median Income $55,987 per capita
$427,400 Home Value $313,773 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$132,535 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$427,400 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,535
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $427,400
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.1%
159% higher than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$132,535
Per Capita$55,987
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.1%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$427,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,773
Housing Units210
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity30.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.5%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation2,545 ft (776 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+65.2%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute44 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries4

Is Manton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Manton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manton is $132,535, which is significantly higher than the national average — 76% above $75,149. This places Manton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manton is $427,400, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Manton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Manton has a population of 628 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.8%).

Population

628
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
17.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Manton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manton is $132,535, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Manton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,535
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.1%
159% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.3 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manton is $427,400, 52% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,773.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$427,400
52% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,773

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%
Housing Units210
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Manton, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate69.0%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Manton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,545 ft (776 m)
Area17.7 sq mi (45.8 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates40.4267°N, 121.8504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+65.2%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area17.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.3 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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