Clark, MO

Missouri

Clark is a small town in Missouri with a population of 148. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
148 Population 247/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $31,807 per capita
$108,900 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female37% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$31,807
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking20.4%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband51.0%

Is Clark a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clark receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clark offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clark is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clark is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Clark has a population of 148 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 2% Black.

Population

148
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.5%
Female 63.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clark vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clark vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clark is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clark vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,807

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Clark is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$660
1 Bedroom$677
2 Bedrooms$888
3 Bedrooms$1,154
4 Bedrooms$1,320

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

In Clark, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits54.5%

Food & Exercise

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Nearby Cities

Compare Clark with another city: