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St. Clair, MI

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Population
5,833
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
586 ft
Median Home Value
$223,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$69,688
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About St. Clair

St. Clair sits right along the St. Clair River, about an hour north of Detroit and just south of Port Huron. With a population of around 5,500, it offers a classic small-town feel with daily front-row views of massive Great Lakes freighters cruising past the shore. The town grew around shipping and salt production, but today it is best known for its relaxed waterside atmosphere, tidy historic neighborhoods, and scenic boat harbor.

St Clair, MI location (2025)

Everyday life centers around Palmer Park, home to an expansive boardwalk that stretches along the water and makes for great morning walks, fishing, or catching summer boat races. Families are served by the East China School District, and residents have quick access to local shops, dining, a community golf course, and public boat launches. It provides an easy commute to regional hubs while keeping the quiet pace of a riverside town.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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