Manton, MI

Michigan · Wexford County

Manton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,347. Residents earn $45,158 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

1,347 Population 863/sq mi density

$45,158 Median Income $23,889 per capita

$115,200 Home Value $217,203 Zillow

$775 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.7 / 5.0

$45,158 median income, 2.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$115,200 home value, $775/mo rent

Education

1.5 / 5.0

6.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $45,158

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $115,200

59% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.0%

82% lower than US avg

Median Rent $775

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.8%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.7%

22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,347

Median Age34.0 yrs

Density863/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans8.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,158

Per Capita$23,889

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty9.7%

County GDP$1,744M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$115,200

Rent$775

Ownership65.7%

Zillow$217,203

Housing Units592

Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K

Property0/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking19.3%

Depression30.6%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.2 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.0%

High School+85.1%

Graduate+0.7%

School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute25 min

Broadband87.2%

EV Stations8

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 low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $45,158, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manton is $115,200, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Manton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Manton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Manton has a population of 1,347 with a density of 863 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.9% female and 45.1% male. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 8.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,347

Total Population

863

People / sq mi

34.0yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%

Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Manton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.7%

87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manton is $45,158, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,889 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,007, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 895 business establishments, including 90 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 4.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Manton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,158
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,889
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,007
IRS Avg AGI	$55,837
Gini Index	0.436 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.7%
	22% below US avg
Establishments (County)	895
County GDP	$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants	90
Healthcare	112
Retail	176
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,662
	33% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.0 min
Drive Alone	78.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Manton is $115,200, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,203, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 592 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $4,662 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$115,200
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$217,203

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$775
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	65.7%
Owner-Occupied	65.7%
Renter-Occupied	34.3%
Housing Units	592
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,662
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.05%

In Manton, 39.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.8% have high blood pressure. 19.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 30.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,169. The dentist ratio is 1:1,368. 81.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.8%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.8%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.3%
	38% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	26.1%
Depression	30.6%
Mental Distress	21.4%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.0%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,169
Dentists	1:1,368
Mental Health	1:316
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	66.3%
Premature Death	10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	81.8%
Healthcare Facilities	112

Manton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Manton has a cool climate with 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, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,126 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	44.5°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,126 ft (343 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density	863/sq mi
Coordinates	44.4113°N, 85.4005°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Wexford County County
Nearest Airport	Gaylord Regional (GLR) 54 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"

7% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.25"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0442 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	33.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	61.3 / 100
Community Resilience	79.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 2, 2024	38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin	M2.9	125 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

132 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 148 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF4	68 km	1
May 20, 2022	EF3	75 km	2
Mar 30, 1976	EF3	99 km	0
Jul 3, 1974	EF3	78 km	0
Jun 26, 1969	EF3	43 km	0
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	79 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF2	91 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF2	32 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF2	47 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF2	92 km	0
Jun 8, 1985	EF2	50 km	0
Jul 31, 1977	EF2	72 km	0
Jul 23, 1976	EF2	21 km	0
May 21, 1975	EF2	83 km	0
Apr 19, 1975	EF2	64 km	0
Jun 10, 1974	EF2	54 km	0
Jun 9, 1974	EF2	79 km	0
Jun 7, 1974	EF2	21 km	0
May 25, 1973	EF2	54 km	0
Apr 12, 1972	EF2	95 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (MERIDIAN ROAD) (7,478 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (MERIDIAN ROAD)	7,478	78 km
1990	CRAWFORD15	6,868	76 km
2006	HUGHES LAKE FIRE	5,285	91 km
1994	UNNAMED	4,059	81 km
2006	UNNAMED	4,020	81 km
2017	GRANT RX	2,204	86 km
2005	ROSCOMMON4	2,109	66 km
1987	OGEMAW22	1,952	96 km
2021	21-SLBE LASSO LOOP BURN	1,906	65 km
1995	UNNAMED	1,844	81 km
1988	OGEMAW13	1,547	91 km
2024	RANGE 30 24-03 RX	1,523	72 km
1985	CRAWFORD45	1,412	82 km
1998	OGEMAW16	1,391	87 km
2008	FOUR MILE	1,348	60 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,267	50 km
2010	MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (RANGE 9)	1,202	48 km
1995	OGEMAW10	856	87 km
2011	HOWES LAKE	839	57 km
2003	WARFIELD ROAD	800	40 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	20°F (-7°C)	1.7 in	Coldest
February	20°F (-7°C)	1.3 in	Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	1.9 in
April	41°F (5°C)	2.6 in
May	54°F (12°C)	2.6 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in
July	69°F (20°C)	2.7 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.3 in
September	58°F (15°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
October	47°F (9°C)	3.0 in
November	35°F (2°C)	2.7 in
December	25°F (-4°C)	2.1 in

Manton has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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Manton is located in Wexford County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.6% of the vote, a 34.6-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 112 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%

D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.0%
	82% below US avg
High School+	85.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.7%
School Test Score	5.38

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	863/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi
County	Wexford County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.2%
Avg Download Speed	119.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	39.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	11
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	112
Restaurants	90
Retail Stores	176

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.0 min
Drive Alone	78.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Average costs for common services in Manton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$469
Toddler	$555
Preschool	$555
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$698
Toddler	$714
Preschool	$714

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wexford County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,171	56	$65,069	2.93
Retail Trade	1,831	124	$34,674	1.39
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,655	112	$55,156	0.88
Accommodation & Food Services	1,052	92	$20,983	0.88
Transportation & Warehousing	552	33	$50,194	0.99
Administrative & Waste Services	455	45	$60,053	0.59
Other Services	409	81	$31,415	1.03
Construction	289	70	$53,579	0.42
Information & Technology	194	12	$64,708	0.79
Arts & Entertainment	160	20	$17,365	0.72
Finance & Insurance	150	43	$59,992	0.28
Agriculture & Forestry	133	19	$50,744	1.25
Educational Services	123	8	$30,743	0.45
Real Estate	80	31	$46,052	0.39
Unclassified	19	8	$43,569	1.04
Mining & Oil/Gas	15	5	$50,226	0.30

Schools in Manton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Manton Consolidated Elem School	Elementary	367	23	16.0:1
Manton Consolidated Middle School	Middle	304	17	17.9:1
Manton Consolidated High School	High	285	18	15.8:1

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Radio Stations near Manton

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Interlochen Public Radio	classical	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Manton

3 campgrounds found near Manton.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
SEATON CREEK CAMPGROUND	4.8/5	19	$30–$80
Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites	4.6/5	11	Free
PETERSON BRIDGE	4.5/5	31	$35

National Parks Near Manton

20 national parks and monuments found near Manton.

Park	Type	Fee
Burt Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Charters Traverse City State Park	State Park	Free
Dnr Lakeview Park	State Park	Free
Fisherman's Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hartwick Pines State Park	State Park	Free
Interlochen State Park	State Park	Free
Leelanau State Park	State Park	Free
Meyer & Keystone Soccer	State Park	Free
Mitchell State Park	State Park	Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy)	State Park	Free
North Higgins Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Old Mission Peninsula State Park	State Park	Free
Orchard Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Otsego Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Petoskey State Park	State Park	Free
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore	National Lakeshore	$25
South Higgins Lake State Park	State Park	Free
White Pine Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Wilson State Park	State Park	Free
Young State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Manton

119+ trails found near Manton.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
MCCT - CAD/MAN	21.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	14.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR	10.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE RIVER TRAIL	9.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CADILLAC WEST SMT DNR37	8.0	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637	7.6	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	7.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	6.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	5.6	SNOW	—	—	—
CADILAC WEST SMT DNR358	5.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	5.2	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37	5.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CABERFAE WAY SPUR	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37	4.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE MOUNTAIN BIKE	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE X COUNTY SKI	3.8	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 1	3.5	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 1	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MESICK ROUTE SMT DNR379	3.3	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37	3.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CABERFAE SMT DNR376	3.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	2.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR638	2.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
WEXFORD SMT DNR667	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS SMT CUTACROSS DNR36	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OLD GRADE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NCT MARILLA TRAILHEAD SPUR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR---	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD AREA SMT DNR340	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 8	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 8	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 4	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 4	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 7	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 7	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
MAN. RV- SUSPENSION BRDG SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD HILLS SMT CUTACROSS DNR36	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS SMT POWERLINE DNR35	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE WAY SMT BRISTOL DNR37	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 9	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 5	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 5	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
OLD GRADE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 6	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD AREA SMT DNR340	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD AREA SMT DNR340	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT UPPER MANISTEE R. TH SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 2	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
CABERFAE SMT DNR376	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - CAD/MAN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Manton

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,303	$31,875
2015	1,366	$34,667
2017	1,453	$32,903
2019	1,550	$36,932
2021	1,324	$41,039
2023	1,458	$45,158

Museums in Manton

Name	Type	Address	Phone
FIFE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2318793342
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MISSAUKEE COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	S MOREY RD (RTE 55 & 66)
MANTON AREA HERITAGE RESTORATION GROUP	HISTORY MUSEUM
MANTON AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	102 GRISWALD ST	2318243208
PARADISE & MAYFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WEXFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	127 BEECH ST	2317751717
WEXFORD GENEALOGY ORGANIZATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Manton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CADILLAC WEXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	411 SOUTH LAKE STREET	210,232
MISSAUKEE DISTRICT LIBRARY	210 SOUTH CANAL STREET	42,000
MCBAIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY	107 EAST MAPLE STREET	41,073
FIFE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	77 LAKECREST LANE	26,000

Farmers Markets in Manton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cadillac Area Farmers Market	Lake Street near the Wexford County Public Library	July to October	Tue:8:00 AM - 4:30 PM;Fri:8:00 AM - 4:30 PM;
Fife Lake Downtown Farmer's Market	105 E. State St.	05/24/2014 to 10/18/2014	Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Four Co Farmer's Market	US 131	05/10/2014 to	Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;	Yes
Kingsley Market	Brownson Memorial Park
Springfield Recreation Area Farmers Market	3983 Lund Road

Breweries in Manton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cadillac Party Lounge	Cocktail Lounges, American Restaurants, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, recreation, Tave	516 N Mitchell St	2317759073, 2318761771	Visit
Clam Lake Beer Company	Brewery, Coffee Shop, and American Restaurant	106 S Mitchell St		Visit
Maggie's Food Spirits	Latin American Restaurants, Take Out Restaurants, Burgers, Sandwiches/Subs, Michigan (mi), Caterers,	523 N Mitchell St	2317751810	Visit

Pharmacies in Manton

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BOSTICKS DRUG STORE	117 WEST MAIN STREET	231-824-6465

Cell Towers in Manton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
9740 M-113 EAST #A (94495)	GTOWER	130
9740 M-113 EAST #A (94495)	GTOWER	130
3320 N 4 S RD (94618)	GTOWER	125
3320 N 4 S RD (94618)	GTOWER	125
6264 WEST COOMBS (94627)	GTOWER	107
6264 WEST COOMBS (94627)	GTOWER	107
Lake City North Cell Site 438 West Coombs Road	TOWER	107
7338 W WALKER RD (94602)	GTOWER	92
7338 W WALKER RD (94602)	GTOWER	92

Fire Stations in Manton

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
City of Manton Fire Department	402 N Michigan AVE	Volunteer			231-824-6731

Bridges in Manton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	335	8,450	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	199	3,575	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	195	3,575	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	111	3,535	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	111	3,535	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	475	3,350	F
Culvert	Concrete	2004	39	2,850	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	24	980	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1994	25	440	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1998	22	256	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	293	150	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	2002	25	120	G
Culvert	Concrete	1990	24	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	291	95	G

Amtrak Stations in Manton

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Cadillac, MI	951 Casa Road	BUS
Kingsley, MI	119 East Main Street (Hwy 113)	BUS
Manton, MI	102 South Michigan Avenue	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Manton

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AAR BROOKS & PERKINS	8051 E 34 RD	WEXFORD
COGENERATION MICHIGAN, INC.	1637 MARTY PAUL ST,VANDER JAGT INDUSTRIAL PARK	WEXFORD
COGENERATION MICHIGAN, INC.	1637 MARTY PAUL ST,VANDER JAGT INDUSTRIAL PARK	WEXFORD
COGENERATION MICHIGAN, INC.	1637 MARTY PAUL ST,VANDER JAGT INDUSTRIAL PARK	WEXFORD
FIBER-TECH INDUSTRIES, INC.	1637 MARTY PAUL STREET	WEXFORD

Airports Near Manton

41 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cherry Capital Airport	TVC	Medium Airport
Acme Skyport	—	Small Airport
Air Park North	—	Small Airport
Antrim County Airport	ACB	Small Airport
Baldwin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Clare County Airport	—	Small Airport
Clare Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
D J Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Lake Airpark	—	Small Airport
Denton Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Doss Field	—	Small Airport
Dune Bird Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
East Jordan City Airport	—	Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport	—	Small Airport
Evart Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Forrest River Airport	—	Small Airport
Gaylord Regional Airport	GLR	Small Airport
Grayling Army Air Field	—	Small Airport
Green Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Home Acres Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Houghton Lake State Airport	—	Small Airport
Kalkaska City Airport	—	Small Airport
King Trout Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Ann Airway Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakes of the North Airport	—	Small Airport
Mancelona Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller-Herrold Airport	—	Small Airport
Moorestown Airpark	—	Small Airport
Nartron Field	—	Small Airport
Ojibwa Airpark	—	Small Airport
Roben Hood Airport	WBR	Small Airport
Roscommon County - Blodgett Memorial Airport	HTL	Small Airport
Scott Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Tannehill Airfield	—	Small Airport
Thompsonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Torchport Airport	—	Small Airport
Wexford County Airport	CAD	Small Airport
William B Bolton Airport	—	Small Airport
Witbeck Aerodrome Airport	—	Small Airport
Yuba Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Manton

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Cadillac Police Department
Manton Police Department
MI State Police

Grocery Stores in Manton

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 18156	Other	107 E 7th St
Dollar General 25881	Other	5885 N US Highway 131
Family Dollar 7453	Other	905 S Michigan Ave
Manton 274	Convenience Store	101 S Michigan Ave
Manton Mini Mart	Convenience Store	305 W Main St

Post Offices in Manton

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Manton Post Office	128 West Main Street

Treatment Centers in Manton

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aleda E Lutz VAMC - Cadillac CBOC	Both	231-775-4401
Northern Lakes Community MH - Cadillac Office	Both	231-775-3463

Churches & Religious Organizations in Manton

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CALDWELL FREE METHODIST CHURCH	10040 W CUTCHEON RD
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 578
MANTON FREE METHODIST CHURCH	201 N MICHIGAN AVE
NORTHERN MICHIGAN OUTREACHMINISTRIES	PO BOX 126
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	2780 N 41 RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Manton

What is the population of Manton?

Manton has a population of 1,347 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 863 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.9% female and 45.1% male.

Is Manton expensive to live in?

Manton has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $45,158, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,200 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Manton safe?

Manton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Manton?

Manton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Manton?

The job market in Manton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,007. There are 895 business establishments in the area, including 90 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 4.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Manton?

The median home value in Manton is $115,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,203. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,662.

How are the schools in Manton?

Schools in Manton score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 6.0% of adults in Manton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Manton?

The obesity rate in Manton is 39.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 30.6% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 81.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,169.

What is transportation like in Manton?

The average commute in Manton is 25 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Manton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Manton is 91.2% White, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 8.5% of the population are military veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Cadillac, MI 10,404 pop · 11.1 mi Kingsley, MI 1,783 pop · 13.7 mi Chums Corner, MI 1,012 pop · 22.3 mi Kalkaska, MI 2,370 pop · 24.6 mi Traverse City, MI 15,491 pop · 25.7 mi Rapid City, MI 1,315 pop · 30.0 mi Greilickville, MI 1,296 pop · 30.0 mi Houghton Lake, MI 5,761 pop · 33.0 mi Elk Rapids, MI 1,558 pop · 33.6 mi Evart, MI 1,764 pop · 36.0 mi Prudenville, MI 1,286 pop · 37.1 mi Reed City, MI 2,505 pop · 37.6 mi Mancelona, MI 1,496 pop · 37.8 mi Grayling, MI 1,638 pop · 38.0 mi

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