Clarence, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Clarence is a small town in New York with a population of 2,600. Residents earn $87,344 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,600 Population 915/sq mi density
$87,344 Median Income $51,430 per capita
$288,600 Home Value
$803 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,344 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$288,600 home value, $803/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,344
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $288,600
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $803
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,600
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density915/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,344
Per Capita$51,430
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$288,600
Rent$803
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation739 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries39

Is Clarence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarence receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Clarence stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarence is $87,344, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarence is $288,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 95.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Clarence has a population of 2,600 with a density of 915 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

2,600
Total Population
915
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarence is $87,344, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Clarence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,344
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,430
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288
IRS Avg AGI$78,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,097
County GDP$81,132M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,341
Healthcare2,652
Retail3,140
Manufacturing914

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarence is $288,600, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$288,600
2% above US avg
Median List Price$749,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,900
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Clarence, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate80.9%
Premature Death8,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,652

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Clarence has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall95.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density915/sq mi
Coordinates42.9757°N, 78.5953°W
County FIPS36029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density915/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries39
Healthcare Facilities2,652
Restaurants2,341
Retail Stores3,140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home24.8%

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