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Clear Creek, CA

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Clear Creek is a small town in California with a population of 273. Residents earn $48,417 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
273 Population 242/sq mi density
$48,417 Median Income $28,067 per capita
$231,900 Home Value
$1,110 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$231,900 home value, $1,110/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,417
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $231,900
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population273
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans29.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,417
Per Capita$28,067
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$231,900
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units191
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking16.1%
Depression27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,992 ft (1,522 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute28 min
Broadband50.4%
Libraries4

Is Clear Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clear Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes. Clear Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clear Creek is $48,417, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clear Creek is $231,900, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clear Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°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 37.1 inches, including 109.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Clear Creek has a population of 273 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

273
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clear Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clear Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clear Creek is $48,417, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Clear Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,417
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,067
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,004
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare49
Retail89
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Clear Creek is $231,900, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,900
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units191
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Clear Creek, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clear Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access91.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Clear Creek has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall109.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,992 ft (1,522 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates40.3071°N, 121.0554°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin. 50.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants100
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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