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Clutier, IA

Iowa

Clutier is a small town in Iowa with a population of 318. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
318 Population 424/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $22,090 per capita
$58,900 Home Value $186,653 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,900 home value, $1,167/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,900
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density424/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$22,090
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$848M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,900
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,653
Housing Units144
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.9%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation874 ft (266 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries9

Is Clutier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clutier receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Clutier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clutier is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clutier is $58,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clutier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clutier has a population of 318 with a density of 424 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 10.1% Hispanic.

Population

318
Total Population
424
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Clutier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clutier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clutier is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Clutier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,090
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$67,559

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)440
County GDP$848M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare26
Retail50
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,285
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone48.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Clutier is $58,900, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,653.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,900
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,653

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,285
6% below US avg
Effective Rate5.58%
In Clutier, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death7,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities26
Clutier has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation874 ft (266 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density424/sq mi
Coordinates42.0793°N, 92.4036°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.9-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density424/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants29
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone48.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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