Clara, MS

Mississippi

Clara is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 354.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
354 Population 91/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $19,218 per capita
$86,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $86,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Clara Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population354
Median Age67.6 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,218
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$906M
Commute40 min

Housing

Home Value$86,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation211 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+97.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute40 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries2

Is Clara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clara receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Clara stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clara is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Clara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clara has a population of 354 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 67.6 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

354
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
67.6yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.1%
Female 72.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Clara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clara is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Clara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,218
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$51,929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)393
County GDP$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare19
Retail72
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,371
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clara is $86,700, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,700
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,371
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Clara, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clara vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death15,308/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities19

Crime Rates: Clara vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Clara has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.1 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation211 ft (64 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates31.5831°N, 88.6916°W
County FIPS28153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score4.42
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants32
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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