Clearfield 62 Average
Clearfield Livability #1,264 ranked city in Pennsylvania#16,055 ranked city in the USARanks better than 45% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Clearfield

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Employment

    A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.

  • Ratings

    AreaVibes conducted surveys and polls with locals who live in the area. The results were not favorable for walkability of amenities, parks, public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

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What's it like Living in Clearfield?

Clearfield, Pennsylvania is a small city with a population of 5,878 inhabitants. With a population density of 3,261 people per square mile, Clearfield is well above the nation's average density level. At 99%, the majority of the Clearfield population is White; this is followed by 0% Black and 0% Asian.

Are you trying to decide if living in Clearfield is the right fit for your lifestyle? To ensure a great experience before relocating to any new city in Pennsylvania, you will probably want to make sure that you check all of the most important boxes. Several key factors deserve attention. For one, safety is paramount, ensuring that your new area is low in crime is key. Proximity to workplaces or schools minimizes commute times and fosters convenience. Access to essential amenities like parks, grocery stores, food, fitness, shops and healthcare facilities enhances daily life. Efficient public transportation options provide mobility and connectivity. The sense of community creates a welcoming and supportive environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere, encompassing the vibe, aesthetics, and lifestyle offerings, contributes to a fulfilling living experience. Considering these elements helps identify the ideal neighborhood for your needs and preferences. To help you find the best places to live in and around Clearfield, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like commute, health & safety, employment and more.

The livability score in Clearfield is 60 out of 100 and the city is ranked in the 41st percentile of all cities across America. This is a lower than the United States average livability score as Clearfield does not rank well for most categories. If we explore each of the categories individually, we see that Clearfield ranks well for cost of living (A+) and housing (A-). Clearfield does not fare well for the following: amenities (F) and employment (F). It might be a smart idea to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

A robust real estate market serves as a crucial economic indicator, reflecting the local area's strength, stability and the confidence of its residents. Clearfield excels in the housing sector, scoring high marks based on factors such as median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability. These calculations suggest that the apartment rental and real estate market in the region is exceptionally healthy, highlighting the area's economic vitality and attractiveness to potential homebuyers and renters.

Assuming that Clearfield meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Clearfield. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Clearfield are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Clearfield come in at $83,100, which is 50.4% lower than the Pennsylvania average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Clearfield, the home price to income ratio is 1.8, which is 41.9% lower than the Pennsylvania average.

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      Clearfield transportation information

      Statistic Clearfield Pennsylvania National
      Average one way commute22min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work87.1%76.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool3.8%8.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.5%5.6%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.1%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk3.8%3.8%2.8%
      Working from home4.7%4.2%4.6%
      Source: The Clearfield, PA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).