About Clermont
Set in the northeastern part of Iowa, Clermont is a tiny community, home to 571 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Clermont is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.26 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 453 residents per square mile.
📰 Clermont News Today
- Arlene Olson Obituary (2026) - Clermont, IA - The Union Legacy obituary · Aug 18
- Charles “Chuck” Paul Thorson, Clermont, Iowa, August 16, 2026 Grau Funeral Homes · Aug 16
- Paul Matthew Durnan, Clermont, Iowa, July 18, 2026 Grau Funeral Homes · Jul 18
- Clermont campground cited by public health Community Newspaper Group · Jun 27
- Monthly Weather Forecast for Clermont, Iowa 52135 The Weather Channel · Dec 28
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Clermont Unique
- Positioned in northeastern Iowa, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Iowa — one of 1,026 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Clermont
- Quarry Lodge
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Clermont Museum · Museum
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIowa
TypeCity
Population (2024)571
Rank in state#416 of 940
Land area1.26 sq mi
Density453/sq mi
Coordinates42.9996, -91.6522