Choose Country

Clark, PA

Pennsylvania · Mercer County

Clark is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 617. Residents earn $68,250 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
617 Population 205/sq mi density
$68,250 Median Income $40,712 per capita
$210,800 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,250 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$210,800 home value, $1,125/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,250
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,800
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.3%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population617
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,250
Per Capita$40,712
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$5,515M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,800
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units239
Rent Burden14.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation904 ft (276 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.3%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Clark a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clark receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Clark stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clark is $68,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clark is $210,800, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clark experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. 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 40.

Clark has a population of 617 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

617
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

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 $68,250, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Clark vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,250
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,712
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$62,842

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,857
County GDP$5,515M

Business (County)

Restaurants251
Healthcare407
Retail423
Manufacturing186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,174
19% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Clark is $210,800, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,800
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,174
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
Clark has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation904 ft (276 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates41.2877°N, 80.4047°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyMercer County County
County FIPS42085
Clark is located in Mercer County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.3%
13% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyMercer County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities407
Restaurants251
Retail Stores423

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Nearby Cities

Reynolds Heights, PA 1,865 pop · 3.8 mi Hermitage, PA 16,132 pop · 4.4 mi Sharpsville, PA 4,219 pop · 4.5 mi Sharon, PA 13,019 pop · 6.2 mi Farrell, PA 4,239 pop · 7.2 mi West Hill, OH 2,345 pop · 7.5 mi Greenville, PA 5,533 pop · 8.2 mi West Middlesex, PA 1,063 pop · 8.3 mi Brookfield Center, OH 1,225 pop · 8.5 mi Masury, OH 2,292 pop · 8.8 mi Mercer, PA 1,847 pop · 9.7 mi Hubbard, OH 7,600 pop · 12.2 mi New Wilmington, PA 2,291 pop · 12.4 mi Churchill, OH 1,775 pop · 15.8 mi
Compare Clark with another city: