Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 498 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,261 (37.2%) |
| Some College | 3,528 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 3,162 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,325 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,789 (24.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,188 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $159,500 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $790/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,942 |
| Vacant Units | 1,556 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Manitowoc is a city in Wisconsin, located in Manitowoc County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 40,739 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 44.6 years.
Economically, Manitowoc is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $65,188 is near the national average. Approximately 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 2.4%, well below the national average.
The real estate market in Manitowoc is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $159,500, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $790 per month. Homeownership is high at 69.8%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Manitowoc is moderately educated. 36.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (84.89%).
Manitowoc, WI offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Wisconsin. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54220 | 40,739 | $65,188 | $159,500 | $790 | 2.4% | 36.7% | 69.8% |