Clearwater, KS

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Population
2,792
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,287 ft
Median Home Value
$216,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$964/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$83,879
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located just southwest of Wichita in Sedgwick County, Clearwater is a peaceful community of around 2,650 residents. Settled in the 1870s along the historic Chisholm Trail and the Ninnescah River, the town pairs its pioneer heritage with a friendly, welcoming neighborhood feel. Local students attend Clearwater USD 264 schools, while community parks, the public library, and activities organized by the Chisholm Trail Recreation Commission keep residents connected year-round.

For newcomers, Clearwater delivers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere while keeping Wichita's employers, shopping, and dining within an easy 25-minute drive. The quiet residential streets, strong local schools, and surrounding countryside make it an attractive landing spot for families and commuters alike. It is a warm, down-to-earth Kansas town with plenty of room to put down roots.

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