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Clearville, PA

Pennsylvania · Bedford County

Clearville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 136. Residents earn $56,477 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
136 Population 425/sq mi density
$56,477 Median Income $22,647 per capita
$115,300 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,477 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,300 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,477
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density425/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,477
Per Capita$22,647
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$2,041M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,453 ft (443 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute31 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries4

Is Clearville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clearville 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 below-average incomes. Clearville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clearville is $56,477, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clearville is $115,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clearville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clearville has a population of 136 with a density of 425 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

136
Total Population
425
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clearville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Clearville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clearville is $56,477, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Clearville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,477
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,647
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$60,889

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,246
County GDP$2,041M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare119
Retail180
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clearville is $115,300, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,300
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
Clearville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,453 ft (443 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density425/sq mi
Coordinates39.9188°N, 78.3838°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBedford County County
County FIPS42009
Clearville is located in Bedford County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.6-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84%
D 15.4%

Winner: Republican by 68.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density425/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyBedford County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants102
Retail Stores180

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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