Clermont, IA

Iowa

Clermont is a small town in Iowa with a population of 452. Residents earn $73,906 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
452 Population 359/sq mi density
$73,906 Median Income $41,010 per capita
$117,200 Home Value $198,049 Zillow
$507 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,906 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value, $507/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,906
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $507
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population452
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,906
Per Capita$41,010
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$1,075M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
Rent$507
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,049
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation851 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries11

Is Clermont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clermont receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Clermont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clermont is $73,906, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clermont is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $507 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clermont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clermont has a population of 452 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

452
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clermont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clermont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clermont is $73,906, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Clermont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,906
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,010
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$65,872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)680
County GDP$1,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare50
Retail94
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Clermont is $117,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $507 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,049.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,049

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$507
56% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Clermont, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Clermont has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation851 ft (259 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates42.9996°N, 91.6523°W
County FIPS19065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants41
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home6.3%

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