What are the schools like in Manhattan, IL?

Manhattan is served primarily by Manhattan SD 114. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.1:1.

What is the median household income in Manhattan?

The median household income in Manhattan, IL is $123,307 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Manhattan, IL?

Manhattan has an average high temperature of 31.1°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.9 inches.

Manhattan, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Manhattan, IL affordable or expensive?

Manhattan's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Manhattan is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $298,500 and the median rent is $982 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Manhattan, IL?

Manhattan has a violent crime rate of 36.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 192.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Manhattan, IL a Good Place to Live?

Manhattan is a small town of 9,590 in Illinois, with a median household income of $123,307 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Manhattan stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Manhattan is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Manhattan city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Manhattan's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Manhattan costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Manhattan, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$298,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$982	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	90.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$123,307	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Manhattan's violent crime rate is 36.7 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

36.7 /100k

Property Crime

192.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Manhattan is served primarily by Manhattan SD 114. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Manhattan, IL	National Avg
School District	Manhattan SD 114	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Manhattan sees average highs of 31.1°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 41.1 inches of annual precipitation and 16.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Manhattan, IL
Average High — January	31.1°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	41.1"
Annual Snowfall	16.9"

Demographics

Metric	Manhattan, IL	National Avg
Population	9,590	—
Median Age	34.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	31.1%	22.2%
65 and over	9.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Manhattan

Manhattan, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60442

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manhattan, IL affordable or expensive?

Manhattan's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Manhattan roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $298,500 and median rent is $982/month.

What is the crime rate in Manhattan, IL?

Manhattan's violent crime rate is 36.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 192.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Manhattan?

Public schools in Manhattan are operated by Manhattan SD 114. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. 32.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Manhattan, IL a good place to live?

Manhattan, IL has a population of 9,590, a median household income of $123,307, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Manhattan?

Manhattan averages 31.1°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.1 inches with about 16.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Manhattan?

Manhattan, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60442.

What is the population of Manhattan?

The population of Manhattan, Illinois is 9,590 with a median age of 34.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Manhattan?

Key numbers for living in Manhattan: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $298,500, median household income $123,307, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Manhattan side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.