What are the schools like in Clearfield, PA?

Clearfield is served primarily by Clearfield Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Clearfield?

The median household income in Clearfield, PA is $50,485 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.2%.

What is the weather like in Clearfield, PA?

Clearfield has an average high temperature of 33.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 63.0 inches.

Clearfield, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Clearfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Clearfield's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Clearfield is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $99,000 and the median rent is $634 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Clearfield, PA?

Crime rate data for Clearfield is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Clearfield, PA a Good Place to Live?

Clearfield is a small town of 5,937 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $50,485 and a 8.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Clearfield stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Clearfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Clearfield city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.5

Clearfield's overall cost of living index is 89.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Clearfield costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Clearfield, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$99,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$634	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,485	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Clearfield is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Clearfield is served primarily by Clearfield Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Clearfield, PA	National Avg
School District	Clearfield Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Clearfield sees average highs of 33.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 40.3 inches of annual precipitation and 63.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Clearfield, PA
Average High — January	33.5°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	40.3"
Annual Snowfall	63.0"

Demographics

Metric	Clearfield, PA	National Avg
Population	5,937	—
Median Age	38.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	25.6%	22.2%
65 and over	17.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Plymptonville, PA 2 mi Hyde, PA 2 mi Curwensville, PA 5 mi Bigler, PA 7 mi Wallaceton, PA 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Clearfield

Clearfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16830

Clearfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clearfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Clearfield's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Clearfield roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $99,000 and median rent is $634/month.

What is the crime rate in Clearfield, PA?

Crime data for Clearfield is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Clearfield?

Public schools in Clearfield are operated by Clearfield Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 21.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Clearfield, PA a good place to live?

Clearfield, PA has a population of 5,937, a median household income of $50,485, and an unemployment rate of 8.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Clearfield?

Clearfield averages 33.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.3 inches with about 63.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Clearfield?

Clearfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16830.

What is the population of Clearfield?

The population of Clearfield, Pennsylvania is 5,937 with a median age of 38.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Clearfield?

Key numbers for living in Clearfield: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $99,000, median household income $50,485, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Clearfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.