Clark, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Clark County County
Clark, SD
At a Glance
How Clark Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clark's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clark a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clark residents earn a median household income of $49,464 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,215. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 188 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clark is $125,700 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $199,331. Median rent is $738/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Clark reports 344 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 258/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Clark hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clark has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches.