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Manitowoc, WI vs Fond du Lac, WI

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Highlights
Are people in Fond du Lac older or younger than people in Manitowoc?
- The Median Age in Fond du Lac is 6.2 years younger than in Manitowoc.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fond du Lac or Manitowoc?
- Fond du Lac housing costs are 1.1% less expensive than Manitowoc housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fond du Lac or Manitowoc?
- The average commute for residents of Fond du Lac is 2.6 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 Fond du Lac?
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin is situated in Fond Du Lac County featuring numerous parks combining with employment opportunities at Holiday Inn Express Fond Du Lac.

 Manitowoc, WIFond du Lac, WIUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,412329,725,481
 Median Income$54,767  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.238.4
 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 Fond Du Lac    4 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

i was canoeing and i think my child fell into the lake but im not really sure, big splash, coulda been a rock. shops are very  More

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if you are poor white trash or from the inner city with a family member incarcerated, then fond du lac is for you. There is no culture here but drinking yourself stupid  More

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Fond du Lac County is an excellent place to live and raise a family especially if you are looking for a smaller unsophisicated city and great county to live in. If  More

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