Clio, IA

Iowa

Clio is a small town in Iowa with a population of 23. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
23 Population 31/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $39,930 per capita
$52,500 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,500 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$39,930
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$316M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units27

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking17.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute11 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries4

Is Clio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clio receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clio is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clio is $52,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clio has a population of 23 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

23
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.6%
Female 17.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clio is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Clio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,930
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$57,510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)185
County GDP$316M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare11
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clio is $52,500, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,500
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%
Housing Units27
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate6.19%
In Clio, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits68.1%
Premature Death8,502/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access35.8%
Healthcare Facilities11
Clio has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates40.6360°N, 93.4514°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.8%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants8
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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