Manchester

Manchester, Connecticut Overview

Manchester scores 54.0/100 overall (B), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Connecticut — below the state composite of 73.5. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 86/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 24/100.

Income & Employment in Manchester

The median household income in Manchester is $76,780, 18% below the statewide median of $93,228.

Safety in Manchester

Manchester’s violent crime rate of 121.2 per 100,000 is well below both the Connecticut rate of 136 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1846.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Manchester

Manchester has a cost of living index of 105.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $205,800. Median monthly rent is $1,357. Renters spend 21.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Manchester

The adult obesity rate in Manchester is 34.2% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.4%. Residents report an average of 18.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Manchester

The high school graduation rate in Manchester is 70.1%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $26,466 per student, well above the national median. The city has 12 public schools serving 6,456 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Manchester

The annual average temperature in Manchester is 52.3°F. Summers average 69.7°F. Winters average 36.5°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.5 inches per year.

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