Median Income
$31,944
57% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Clarita Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population174
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
B
Median Income$31,944
Per Capita$15,931
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$300M
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation704 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1
Is Clarita a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Clarita receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Clarita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Clarita is $31,944, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Clarita is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Clarita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Clarita has a population of 174 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 20.1% Hispanic.
Population
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.6% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
The median household income in Clarita is $31,944, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,944 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,931 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $300M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
The median home value in Clarita is $94,000, 67% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,000 |
| 67% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Clarita, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Clarita vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.2% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.4% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 43.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,140/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Clarita vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Clarita has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 704 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4841°N, 96.4449°W |
| County FIPS | 40029 |