Clear Lake, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
7,603 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,278 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$235,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$595 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$651 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cerro Gordo County
3
Mason City Urban Area
2
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cerro Gordo County
6
Mason City Urban Area
5
Iowa
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 15
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 4 34
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Clear Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 4.6star
Clear Lake Middle School
<1 miles, NE · 4.6star
Clear Lake High School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
Sunset Elem
1 miles, NW
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Colleges

Waldorf University
16 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Hancock County Health System
22 miles, W · 4.1star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
23 miles, SW · 5star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
64 miles, SE · 1star
Rochester International Airport
69 miles, NE · 1star
Des Moines International Airport
112 miles, SW · 2.3star
La Crosse Regional Airport
118 miles, E · 1star
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