Clare County's 2026 population is estimated at 31,463, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Clare County is the 47th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 31,005 and has grown 1.48% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49 years
Female: 49.4 years
Male: 48.6 years
There are 25,204 adults, (7,988 of whom are seniors) in Clare County.
Female: 15,509 (49.7%)
Male: 15,709 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Clare County includes 93.49% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 29,185 | 93.49% |
| Two or more races | 1,195 | 3.83% |
| Black or African American | 356 | 1.14% |
| Other race | 260 | 0.83% |
| Native American | 119 | 0.38% |
| Asian | 102 | 0.33% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0% |
Clare County 's average per capita income is $36,001. Household income levels show a median of $49,384. The poverty rate stands at 21.64%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $70,259 | - |
| Families | $61,695 | $81,129 |
| Households | $49,384 | $68,316 |
| Non Families | $31,630 | $44,082 |
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