Clare County

As of the 2020 Census, Clare County, MI, has a population of 30,856. The racial composition is approximately 95.5% White, 1.4% Native American, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Asian, and 2.7% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up around 2.4% of the population. The county has a median age of about 48 years, with a median household income of $40,487 and a poverty rate of 17.3%. The total number of households is approximately 12,908.

As of the latest data, Clare County, MI has a median home value of approximately $93,500. Monthly rent averages around $650. The county's homeownership rate is roughly 78%, with over 65% of homes being built before 1980. Vacant housing units constitute about 32.4%, reflecting seasonal or occasional use. The median year built for housing units is 1974.

As of the latest update, Clare County, MI has a local government structure that includes various elected positions such as the County Commissioners, Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, and other municipal offices. The specific election details, such as numerical values and exact candidates, can vary with each election cycle. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including candidate names and specific vote counts, you should refer to the official Clare County government website or the Michigan Secretary of State's election portal. Additionally, local newspapers and the county clerk's office are excellent resources for detailed election results and candidate information.

Clare County, MI exhibits educational attainment figures below both state and national averages. According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data:

• High school graduation rate: Approximately 86.4% in Clare County, compared to the national average of 88.6% and Michigan's state average of 91.0%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: About 12.2% of Clare County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of 34.3% and Michigan's average of 28.6%.

These figures indicate that Clare County lags behind in terms of both high school and higher education completion rates when compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest data, Clare County, MI, has an employment rate of around 52.3%, which is lower than both the national average (approximately 59.5%) and the Michigan state average (around 56.9%). The total labor force in the county is estimated to be about 12,000 people.

Top industries in Clare County include:

1. Manufacturing (about 19% of employment)
2. Healthcare and Social Assistance (17%)
3. Retail Trade (14%)
4. Education Services (10%)
5. Construction (6%)

Nationally, the leading industries are Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Professional and Business Services. In Michigan, key industries also include Manufacturing and Healthcare, similar to Clare County but on a larger scale. Clare County's heavy reliance on Manufacturing and Healthcare mirrors broader state trends, though it tends to have a higher concentration in Manufacturing compared to national figures.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Clare County, MI is approximately $43,000 per year. In comparison, the national average household income in the United States is around $68,700, and the state average for Michigan is approximately $57,100. This indicates that Clare County's average household income is significantly lower than both the national and state averages.

Income Comparison Statistics

The lower average income in Clare County may reflect the rural nature of the county and fewer high-income job opportunities compared to urban areas.

As of recent data, Clare County, MI, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The total crime rate is approximately 1,538 incidents per 100,000 people annually. This includes both violent and property crimes.

*Note: These values are rounded estimates and may not reflect the most up-to-date statistics.