Clarion, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Wright County County
Clarion, IA
At a Glance
How Clarion Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clarion's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clarion a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clarion residents earn a median household income of $58,702 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,614. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 468 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clarion is $107,600 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $152,575. Median rent is $764/month, with 30.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Clarion reports 147 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 477/100K.
Education
25.4% of adults in Clarion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clarion has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches.