Living in Clearwater County, Minnesota

Clearwater County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 8,803. The main communities are Bagley, Clearbrook, Gonvick.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $680/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $233K. The county has a relatively high unemployment rate at 7.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 22°F) and warm summers (highs around 75°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Clearwater County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.