Nebraska
Clearwater is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 240. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clearwater receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Clearwater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Clearwater is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Clearwater is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 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.
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Clearwater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 31.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
| English Only | 90.7% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.3% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $61,667 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,468 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $918 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,688 |
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 284 |
| County GDP | $777M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.68% |
| Commute Time | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |
| Census Median | $77,500 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $242,190 |
| Census Median Rent | $788 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.68% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,812/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.1 inches |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,792 ft (546 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 649/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1708°N, 98.1895°W |
| County FIPS | 31003 |
Winner: Republican by 76.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.9% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 649/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 34 |
| Avg Commute | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |