Clearwater County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,069, reflecting a -0.45% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Clearwater County is the 31st largest county in Idaho. The 2010 population was 8,726 and has grown 3.93% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 52.2 years
Female: 53.6 years
Male: 49.1 years
There are 7,671 adults, (2,614 of whom are seniors) in Clearwater County.
Female: 4,124 (45.8%)
Male: 4,888 (54.2%)
The racial composition of Clearwater County includes 88.64% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,988 | 88.64% |
| Two or more races | 597 | 6.62% |
| Native American | 181 | 2.01% |
| Other race | 138 | 1.53% |
| Asian | 87 | 0.97% |
| Black or African American | 20 | 0.22% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.01% |
Clearwater County 's average per capita income is $45,293. Household income levels show a median of $60,000. The poverty rate stands at 13.23%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,844 | - |
| Families | $83,587 | $95,186 |
| Households | $60,000 | $77,216 |
| Non Families | $31,439 | $41,414 |
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