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Manitowoc, WI vs Jackson, MI

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Are people in Jackson older or younger than people in Manitowoc?
- The Median Age in Jackson is 8.7 years younger than in Manitowoc.

Are housing costs cheaper in Jackson or Manitowoc?
- Jackson housing costs are 12.9% less expensive than Manitowoc housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Jackson or Manitowoc?
- The average commute for residents of Jackson is 3.8 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 Jackson?
Jackson MI sits southeast Lansing renowned mostly for its abundance of trails ideal for cycling or jogging around lakeside areas like Clark Lake Park plus several museums worth visiting when in town.

 Manitowoc, WIJackson, MIUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,810329,725,481
 Median Income$54,767  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$178,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock9.6%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 Jackson    33 Reviews

I lived in Jackson for a long time I lived on 1st and 3rd Street right over by Frank's party store before that b**** burnt down. My dad and I would sit out on the front  More

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Over 6 years ago

I spent 20 years of my life fighting for freedom only to buy a second home in Jackson, biggest mistake of my life, and have the rights I fought for take away by a  More

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Never never ever move to this town! I was born there, grew up around there, made the tragic mistake of moving back there once and will never ever set foot there again!  More

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