Clarence, IA

Iowa

Clarence is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,223. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,223 Population 1,609/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $26,729 per capita
$137,800 Home Value $186,363 Zillow
$925 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,800 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,800
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,223
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density1,609/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$26,729
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$811M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,800
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,363

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation852 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Libraries8

Is Clarence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarence receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clarence offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarence is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarence is $137,800, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clarence has a population of 1,223 with a density of 1,609 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

1,223
Total Population
1,609
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarence is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clarence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,729
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$75,774

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)588
County GDP$811M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare41
Retail50
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,113
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarence is $137,800, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,363.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,800
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,363

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,113
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Clarence, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,019/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities41

Crime Rates: Clarence vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Clarence has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation852 ft (260 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,609/sq mi
Coordinates41.8858°N, 91.0579°W
County FIPS19031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,609/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants27
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

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