Clare, IA

Iowa

Clare is a small town in Iowa with a population of 179. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
179 Population 358/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $29,441 per capita
$77,500 Home Value $236,841 Zillow
$650 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $650/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
68% lower than US avg

How Clare Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population179
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$29,441
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$2,759M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,841
Housing Units66
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking13.6%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,214 ft (370 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries9

Is Clare a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clare receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Clare offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clare is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clare is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clare experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clare has a population of 179 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

179
Total Population
358
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Clare vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clare vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clare is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clare vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,441
Avg Weekly Wage$1,091
IRS Avg AGI$64,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,759M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare126
Retail140
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,372
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clare is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,841.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,841

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units66
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,372
53% above US avg
Effective Rate6.93%
In Clare, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clare vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking25.4%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death10,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities126
Clare has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,214 ft (370 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density358/sq mi
Coordinates42.5874°N, 94.3444°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19187
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density358/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants82
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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