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Clarence, PA

Pennsylvania · Clinton County

Clarence is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 767. Residents earn $71,625 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
767 Population 288/sq mi density
$71,625 Median Income $33,873 per capita
$172,800 Home Value $191,456 Zillow
$719 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,625 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,800 home value, $719/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,625
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population767
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,625
Per Capita$33,873
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$1,963M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,800
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,456
Housing Units336
Rent Burden25.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,583 ft (482 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute36 min
Broadband76.7%
Libraries2

Is Clarence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarence receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $71,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarence is $172,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 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

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clarence has a population of 767 with a density of 288 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

767
Total Population
288
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarence is $71,625, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Clarence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,625
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,873
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$60,855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)917
County GDP$1,963M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail130
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarence is $172,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,456.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,456

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%
Housing Units336
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,577
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
Clarence has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,583 ft (482 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density288/sq mi
Coordinates41.0463°N, 77.9503°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyClinton County County
County FIPS42035
Clarence is located in Clinton County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 76.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density288/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi
CountyClinton County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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