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Manhattan

#6 in Best Places to Raise a Family in Will County
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of Chicago, IL
  • 19 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A
    2. Crime & Safety
      A-
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      B-
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      C+
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      C+
    9. Cost of Living
      B-
    10. Health & Fitness
      B-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Manhattan is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 7,766. Manhattan is in Will County. Living in Manhattan offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Manhattan and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Manhattan are highly rated.
    About Manhattan...
    Population
    7,766

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $220,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,315
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Suburban Rural Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      17%
    • Own
      83%
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    Manhattan Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    A-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      25.4
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      0
      40.7
    • Robbery
      0
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      50.8
      500.1
    • Theft
      253.8
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      25.4
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    C+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      20%
    • 10-17 years
      13%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      8%
    • 65+ years
      7%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      9%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      24%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      31%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      5%
      13%

    Working in Manhattan

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $93,676
    National
    $55,322
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    Manhattan Reviews

    19 reviews
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    Manhattan is a very friendly town, wonderful to raise children in. It's a small town so in the school district all the kids know each other. There is plenty of space to explore the beautiful farm scenery. Additionally, one will get a small town feel but if they want a nightlife the bordering towns are not a far drive. There is not many jobs, mostly just jobs for high school kids. A very safe atmosphere. The teachers are highly qualified and try to help your child with any of their difficulties.
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    Small town country feel but short drive to everything. Property taxes are high compared to nearby towns because there are only a few businesses but housing cost is about $20k-$50k less than surrounding towns. Excellent schools. Quiet and extremely safe area. Good mix of new construction and older homes. Walking trails and Round Barn park for outdoor enjoyment. Irish fest a couple of weeks before St. Patrick's day and cruise nights on Mondays in the summer. Local farmers market as well. Lots of farmland with subdivisions scattered throughout.
    Manhattan is a small community, with around 7,000-10,000 residents. If you are a person that is looking for a place with a fancy and energetic nightlife, then Manhattan is not the town for you. Manhattan has very little large businesses present, but there is no shortage of nice affordable housing.