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Sault Ste. Marie, MI vs Manitowoc, WI

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Are people in Manitowoc older or younger than people in Sault Ste. Marie?
- The Median Age in Manitowoc is 9.0 years older than in Sault Ste. Marie.

Are housing costs cheaper in Manitowoc or Sault Ste. Marie?
- Manitowoc housing costs are 27.2% more expensive than Sault Ste. Marie housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Manitowoc or Sault Ste. Marie?
- The average commute for residents of Manitowoc is 3.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Sault Ste. Marie.

Things to do in Sault Ste. Marie?
Sault Ste. Marie, MI is a lovely city east of Paradise filled with plenty of enjoyable attractions such as Whitefish Point Bird Observatory displaying its distinctive landscape or Soo Locks great for outdoor activities; visitors can also join in the yearly celebration Sault Summer Arts and Culture Fest offering lots of entertainment every August.

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!

 Sault Ste. Marie, MIManitowoc, WIUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,267329,725,481
 Median Income$45,905  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock43.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$140,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time11.77  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Sault Ste. Marie    4 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

As of the last few years, with education spending cuts, our student to teacher ratio is now somewhere near 31-32 students per classroom. The only exception is our  More

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Over 14 years ago

It is cold up here! I am bummed there isn't more to do inside with little ones when it is so cold for months.  More

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If you enjoy Winter and cool Summers, you may enjoy living here. Snowfall usually begins in December and lasts until late April. The last few years Winter weather has  More

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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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