Manson, IA—50563
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Manson, IA
Manson, IA lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $184,000 | 1.2% |
| Single Family | $185,000 | 1.6% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $145,000 | 1.4% |
3 Bed | $187,000 | 2.2% |
4 Bed | $238,000 | 2.1% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Manson, IA
Manson, IA lacks sufficient rental market data for analysis.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | N/A | N/A |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 3 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Manson, IA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Manson, IA is 99. This is a increase of 54.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 27.0%, representing a large inventory and a lot of supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $215,000 | 33.0% |
Listing Count | 15 | 55.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.8% | 55.0% |
Days on Market | 99 | 54.0% |
Demographics — Manson, IA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Manson, IA has a population of 2,460, which has decreased by -2.8% over the past 5 years. Manson, IA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 21.1% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 31.2% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 7.7% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 2,460 | -2.8% |
% Under 18 | 21.1% | -15.3% |
% Seniors | 25.5% | 15.9% |
% WFH | 7.7% | -4.9% |
% w/ College Degree | 31.2% | 58.4% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Manson, IA is a predominantly white area, with 96.5% of the population identifying as white. The white population has grown by 1.3% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Manson, IA is hispanic, making up 0.7% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 0.4% of the population in Manson, IA, and this percentage has increased by 33.3% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 96.5% | 1.3% |
% Black | 0.4% | ∞% |
% Hispanic | 0.7% | -72.0% |
% Asian | 0.3% | ∞% |
% Foreign Born | 0.4% | 33.3% |
Mortgage and Risk — Manson, IA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 45 mortgage originations in Manson, IA, of which 84.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 74.0%, with 29.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Manson, IA. Investor activity is low, as 9.0% of loans were by investors. 4.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 45 |
% Conventional Loans | 84.0% |
% Government Loans | 16.0% |
% Investor Loans | 9.0% |
% Second Loans | 11.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 4.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Manson, IA
Manson, IA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 64 |
Total Units Section 8 | 64 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | N/A |
% Occupied Section 8 | 84.0% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $690 |
| 2 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $880 |
| 3 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,100 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,320 |
Affordability — Manson, IA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.2 |
| Median Home Price | $184,000 |
| Median Household Income | $78,300 |