Clearfield, IA

Iowa

Clearfield is a small town in Iowa with a population of 444. Residents earn $47,083 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
444 Population 373/sq mi density
$47,083 Median Income $28,173 per capita
$63,000 Home Value $130,916 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,083 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,000 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,083
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,000
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population444
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,083
Per Capita$28,173
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$376M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,916
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation1,248 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Clearfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clearfield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clearfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clearfield is $47,083, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clearfield is $63,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clearfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 20.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clearfield has a population of 444 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

444
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Clearfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clearfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clearfield is $47,083, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Clearfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,083
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,173
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$65,359

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)192
County GDP$376M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail20
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,560
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Clearfield is $63,000, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,916.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,000
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$130,916

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,560
2% above US avg
Effective Rate5.65%
In Clearfield, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death8,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Clearfield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall20.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,248 ft (380 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates40.8006°N, 94.4830°W
County FIPS19173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home6.2%

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