Best Places to Live in Manchester, Maine

Living in Manchester, ME is a unique and enjoyable experience. The community is small, but it offers a variety of activities for residents to enjoy. From outdoor recreation such as hiking and biking to shopping, dining and entertainment downtown, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Despite its small size, Manchester also has plenty of cultural attractions such as art galleries, theaters and museums. The people are friendly and welcoming, creating an atmosphere of acceptance that makes living here all the more enjoyable. And with the city being located on the coast, there are beautiful views everywhere you look!

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Manchester is 3.1% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Manchester jobs have increased by 0.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Manchester's cost of living is 5.5% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Manchester's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Manchester, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Kennebec county flipped narrowly Democratic, 48.6% to 48.3%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Manchester's population is 2,412 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 0.9%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 21.7 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Manchester is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 16.5%.

SCHOOLS

Manchester public schools spend $13,271 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 10.5 students per teacher in Manchester. More Education

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Housing Market in Manchester

It's a good time to buy in Manchester. Home Appreciation is up 16.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Manchester is .

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