Manchester

Manchester, New Hampshire Overview

Manchester faces challenges across several categories, earning a B+ grade (56.6/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in New Hampshire. Even so, the city scores 70/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 43/100.

Income & Employment in Manchester

Manchester’s median income of $78,825 is 19% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.6% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.8%.

Safety in Manchester

Manchester’s violent crime rate of 387.1 per 100,000 runs above the New Hampshire average of 110. The property crime rate is 1726.6 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 $336,300. Median monthly rent is $1,465. Renters spend 22.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Manchester

The adult obesity rate in Manchester is 35% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.4%. Residents report an average of 17.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Manchester

Manchester has a high school graduation rate of 76.4%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $17,998 per student, well above the national median. The city has 29 public schools serving 13,044 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Manchester

The annual average temperature in Manchester is 51.3°F. Summers average 68.5°F. Winters average 35°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.5 inches per year.

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