Clawson Public RecordsMichigan

As of the 2020 Census, Clawson city in Oakland County, Michigan, had a population of approximately 11,400. The median age was around 40.5 years. Gender distribution was relatively balanced, with about 49% male and 51% female. The racial and ethnic makeup was predominantly White (85%), followed by African American (4%), Asian (3%), and other races or two or more races (8%). Hispanic or Latino residents made up about 4% of the population.

Clawson, in Oakland County, MI, has a homeownership rate of about 70%, with median home values around $260,000 as of early 2024. Rentals comprise about 30% of housing, with median rents near $1,150/month. The city offers bungalows, ranches, and new townhomes across neighborhoods like Kenwood-Glenwood and Baker. Property values have risen roughly 5-7% annually over the past three years. Clawson’s property tax rate is approximately 45–50 mills (about $4,500–$5,000/year on a $250,000 home). The market remains competitive due to its proximity to Royal Oak and Birmingham.

Clawson, Michigan, primarily relies on private vehicles for transportation, with approximately 92% of residents commuting by car and only around 0.5% using public transit. The average commute time is about 24 minutes, slightly below the national average. Vehicle ownership is high, with nearly 97% of households owning at least one car. The city’s transportation infrastructure connects to nearby major roads like I-75 and Woodward Avenue, facilitating access to major employment hubs in Troy, downtown Detroit, and Royal Oak. Public transit options are limited, mainly provided by SMART bus routes serving the wider Oakland County area.

Clawson, in Oakland County, MI, is served by Clawson Public Schools, which includes one high school (Clawson High School) and one middle school, with a total of about 1,600 students district-wide. Clawson High has a graduation rate around 93% and offers AP & career tech programs. Approximately 45% of Clawson adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is rated above average, with few incidents reported annually. Educational programs include STEM, arts, and special education. Adult education and community learning are available through district initiatives. Clawson schools typically receive a 7/10 rating on niche.com.

Clawson, Oakland County, MI, lacks major hospitals within city limits but is served by nearby facilities like Beaumont Hospital (Royal Oak, 4 miles away) and Ascension Providence (Southfield). Local care is supplemented by clinics, urgent cares, and primary physicians (approx. 8 clinics/primary care offices). Clawson’s population (~11,400) is majority White (87%), median age 40.1. Top health concerns mirror county trends: heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Oakland County reports a 94% insurance coverage rate; nearly 80% access care within 15 minutes’ travel. Provider-to-population ratio is about 1:1,000 per county data.