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Manitowoc, WI vs Bettendorf, IA

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Highlights
Are people in Bettendorf older or younger than people in Manitowoc?
- The Median Age in Bettendorf is 4.5 years younger than in Manitowoc.

Are housing costs cheaper in Bettendorf or Manitowoc?
- Bettendorf housing costs are 50.9% more expensive than Manitowoc housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Bettendorf or Manitowoc?
- The average commute for residents of Bettendorf is 2.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of Manitowoc.

Things to do in Manitowoc?
Manitowoc WI lies at the base of Lake Michigan full of trails accessible by bike or horseback perfect for admiring nature’s beauty plus tons of recreational activities such as zip-lining available at nearby Silver Lake Park!

Things to do in Bettendorf?
Bettendorf, Iowa lies within Scott county providing its citizens access to parks including Centennial Park while also having shopping options near SouthPark Mall plus multiple restaurants including Applebees Grill & Bar.

 Manitowoc, WIBettendorf, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock38,631329,725,481
 Median Income$54,767  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock38.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$178,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.41  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Manitowoc    12 Reviews

Manitowoc is a great place. The city has done a remarkable job in the last few years attracting new higher-end, fun businesses: the Wharf, Waterfront Wine Bar, Manitowoc  More

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My family and I come to Manitowoc frequently. We have invested in properties here because we love this quiet, quaint town. The farmers market is so cute. I love being  More

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Over 5 years ago

My family and I come to Manitowoc frequently. We have invested in properties here because we love this quiet, quaint town. The farmers market is so cute. I love being  More

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Reviews for Bettendorf    4 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

very low crime, great schools, housing costs-a decent house for family of 5 is around  More

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We are thinking of moving to the area (Iowa). I am an NC native, although we feel the need to move out due to huge influx of newcomers in this area from the northeast  More

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Over 18 years ago

We moved to Bettendorf when our son was in elementary school based on favorable comments about the schools from several friends in similar stages in their lives. We  More

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