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Manistee, MI

Looking to move to Manistee, MI? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Manistee, MI is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Manistee, MI has a population of 5753. What about cost of living in Manistee, MI? The median income in Manistee, MI is $61,698 and the median home value is $145,343.

Read on to learn more about Manistee, MI, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Manistee, MI

Average Temperatures

56 high / 38 low

Average Annual Rainfall

35 in

Average Annual Snowfall

78 in

Quick Facts about Manistee, Michigan

Median Home Value
$145,343
Median Property Tax
$2,122
Total Population
5,753
Average Commute
12 min
Median Household Income
$61,698
Median Monthly Rent
$674

Map of Manistee, MI

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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