The culture of Clearwater is laid back and relaxed. The beach area is home to locals who live and work on the water. As you move towards downtown, you will see more professional offices and the courthouses. The downtown area has recently been built up, with several eateries and a Starbucks where people are always hanging out. Theatre has a large influence in the area, and many people work full-time, or in their spare time for smaller theater companies in the area. Overall, there is a relaxed, artsy culture that shows in its residents.