Michigan
Clare is a small town in Michigan with a population of 3,341. Residents earn $43,105 per year, which is 43% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clare receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clare has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Clare is $43,105, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Clare is $124,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Clare is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,637 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Clare experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,105 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,247 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $922 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,461 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.0% |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 623 |
| County GDP | $1,547M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 70 |
| Retail | 130 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,259 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.41% |
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
| Census Median | $124,800 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $211,927 |
| Census Median Rent | $792 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $698 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $986 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,189 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,611 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,259 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.41% |
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 31.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,912/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
| Total Violent | 260.4/100K |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 65.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 195.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,636.7/100K |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 162.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,408.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 65.1/100K |
| Arson | 65.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.5 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 896/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8260°N, 84.7618°W |
| County FIPS | 26035 |
Winner: Republican by 37.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.59 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 896/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 12 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |