Clear Lake
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
Clear Lake is a city in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, with 7,687 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,237 ft (377 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Ventura, 4.7 miles W.
- 7,687residents (2020 Census)
- 1,237 ftelevation · 377 m
- 10.8 sq miland area · 27.9 km²
- 713 / sq mipopulation density
- 50428ZIP code
About Clear Lake
Clear Lake is a city in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States. The population was 7,687 at the 2020 census. The city is named for the large natural lake on which it is located. Clear Lake is seasonal resort town known for its rock and roll heritage, water sports, nearby state parks, and as a sailing destination.
Clear Lake is located on Interstate 35 halfway between the Twin Cities and Des Moines. It serves as a regional hub with nearby Mason City for north-central Iowa. The city is included in the Mason City, IA Micropolitan Area along with all of Cerro Gordo and Worth counties.
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Living in Clear Lake
- Median household income
- $79,415
- Median home value
- $259,500
- Median rent
- $808/mo
- Median age
- 49.1
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Clear Lake had 7,687 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 7,687 |
|---|---|
| Density | 713 per sq mi (275 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Clear Lake at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Cerro Gordo County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 7,687 (2020) |
| Land area | 10.78 sq mi (27.9 km²) |
| Water area | 2.59 sq mi (6.71 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1351° N, 93.3737° W |
| ZIP code | 50428 |
| Official website | clearlakeiowa.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1914025 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Clear Lake
- Ventura4.7 mi W
- Burchinal6.8 mi SE
- Mason City8.8 mi E
- Fertile9.1 mi N
- Hanlontown10.1 mi N
- Swaledale11.3 mi S
- Garner11.8 mi W
- Portland12.0 mi E
- Miller12.3 mi W
- Thornton13.2 mi S
- Manly13.7 mi NE
- Rockwell14.3 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Clear Lake
What county is Clear Lake in?
Clear Lake is in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa.
What is the population of Clear Lake, IA?
7,687 people lived in Clear Lake at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Clear Lake, IA?
The ZIP code of Clear Lake is 50428.
What is the elevation of Clear Lake?
1,237 feet (377 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Clear Lake?
Ventura (4.7 mi), Burchinal (6.8 mi), Mason City (8.8 mi), Fertile (9.1 mi), Hanlontown (10.1 mi).
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