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
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
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 588 |
| County GDP | $811M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,113 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
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 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,113 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.98% |
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
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,019/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
Crime Rates: Clarence vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.5 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 852 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,609/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8858°N, 91.0579°W |
| County FIPS | 19031 |