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Living in Manchester, PA

The small town of Manchester, Pennsylvania is home to approximately 3,000 residents. Families with young children are widely prevalent, as kids under 5 make up an above-average percentage of the population, while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, at an average age of just over 39, are younger than most cities in Pennsylvania. Home ownership is more common than renting in Manchester, and 36% of residents rent. With an average rent of $1,036/month, exceeding the state average by $119 a month, relatively high rent costs could be a factor in the higher levels of ownership.

Averaging about 25 minutes, the commute time for Manchester residents outperforms the state average of about 28 minutes. Many residents (48%) drive themselves to work, while public transit is not used. Riding a motorcycle is the second-most preferred way to get to work, selected by 1% of workers. Relatively few workers commute on foot.

Many Manchester residents work in one of three industries: retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 27% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 6% of the town's population works in sales, making it the top field in the town. Manchester workers earn an average annual income of just over $73,000, around $10,000 more than the state average. However, Manchester's average income is fairly on par with the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average, Manchester has a high percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a high school degree or equivalent (34%). Further, 14% have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.

Who Lives Here

Manchester Demographics

Education

High School

42%

Associate's

17%

Bachelor's

7%

Master's

2%

Doctorate

32%

Family Size

2 people

52%

3 people

31%

4 people

14%

5 people

3%

6+ people

1%

Household Income

0-50k

30%

50-100k

51%

100-150k

14%

150-200k

4%

200k+

2%

Age

0-10

10%

10-20

9%

20-45

29%

45-65

36%

65+

16%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Manchester?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
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Sep '23-$1086$1326$2059
Aug '23-$1320$1618$2059
Jul '23-$1418$1584$2059
Jun '23-$1345$1490$2059
May '23-$1255$1360$2059
Apr '23-$1301$1531$2059
Mar '23-$1246$1467$2059
Feb '23-$1104$1220$1318
Jan '23-$1209$1273$1371
Dec '22-$1195$1095$1150
Nov '22-$1387$1099$1196
Oct '22-$1439$1165$1263

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Manchester

Manchester Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

32%

15-30 Mins

43%

30-40 Mins

10%

40-60 Mins

10%

60+ Mins

5%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 2727

Walk Score®

Percentage: 2727

Bike Score®

Manchester Education

Schools

Top Schools in Manchester

6/10

Orendorf Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

5/10

Mt Wolf Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

8/10

York Haven Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

3/10

Conewago Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

NRNo Rating

Bainbridge Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

8/10

Roundtown Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Manchester, PA

The small town of Manchester, Pennsylvania is home to approximately 3,000 residents. Families with young children are widely prevalent, as kids under 5 make up an above-average percentage of the population, while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the town's residents, at an average age of just over 39, are younger than most cities in Pennsylvania. Home ownership is more common than renting in Manchester, and 36% of residents rent. With an average rent of $1,036/month, exceeding the state average by $119 a month, relatively high rent costs could be a factor in the higher levels of ownership.

Averaging about 25 minutes, the commute time for Manchester residents outperforms the state average of about 28 minutes. Many residents (48%) drive themselves to work, while public transit is not used. Riding a motorcycle is the second-most preferred way to get to work, selected by 1% of workers. Relatively few workers commute on foot.

Many Manchester residents work in one of three industries: retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 27% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 6% of the town's population works in sales, making it the top field in the town. Manchester workers earn an average annual income of just over $73,000, around $10,000 more than the state average. However, Manchester's average income is fairly on par with the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average, Manchester has a high percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a high school degree or equivalent (34%). Further, 14% have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.