Clarion, Iowa
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −10.1% |
| 2008 | −0.2% |
| 2012 | −4.2% |
| 2016 | −31.5% |
| 2020 | −31.2% |
| 2024 | −32.4% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 32.5%Harris366 | 64.9%Trump731 | 2.6% | R+32.4 | R+1.2 | R+30.9 | 1,126 | |
| R | 32.8%Biden399 | 64.0%Trump778 | 3.2% | R+31.2 | D+0.3 | R+35.6 | 1,216 | |
| R | 31.0%Clinton380 | 62.5%Trump766 | 6.4% | R+31.5 | R+27.3 | R+33.6 | 1,225 | |
| R | 47.2%Obama599 | 51.3%Romney652 | 1.5% | R+4.2 | R+3.9 | R+8.0 | 1,270 | |
| R | 48.5%Obama617 | 48.7%McCain620 | 2.8% | R+0.2 | D+9.9 | R+7.5 | 1,273 | |
| R | 44.9%Kerry575 | 55.0%Bush705 | 0.2% | R+10.1 | — | R+7.7 | 1,282 |
Clarion sits in the Corn Belt. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 32.4 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 1.2 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 32.4 points.
A population of 2,770, a 76% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $64,625 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Clarion, Iowa vote in 2024?
In 2024, Clarion, Iowa voted Republican by 32.4 points (R+32.4), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,126 votes cast, 366 went Democratic and 731 went Republican.
How many people live in Clarion, Iowa?
Clarion, Iowa has a population of 2,770 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Clarion, Iowa?
Median household income in Clarion, Iowa is $64,625 — below the national median of $80,734. The Iowa state median is $75,059.
What is the political history of Clarion, Iowa?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Clarion, Iowa from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.