Median Income $129,750

73% higher than US avg

Home Value $286,200

2% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 31.0%

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.2%

67% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.9%

85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population536

Median Age46.0 yrs

Density47/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 80%

Veterans3.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$129,750

Per Capita$51,599

Unemployment1.2%

Poverty1.9%

County GDP$2,345M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$286,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units149

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking15.9%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

Bachelor's+31.0%

High School+92.2%

Graduate+13.8%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%

Commute30 min

Broadband95.2%

Libraries8

Is Clarkedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarkedale receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Clarkedale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarkedale is $129,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 73% above $75,149. This places Clarkedale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarkedale is $286,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarkedale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clarkedale has a population of 536 with a density of 47 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 6% Hispanic, 8.2% Black.

Population

536

Total Population

People / sq mi

46.0yrs

Median Age

18% above US avg

11.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%

Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarkedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.2%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.8%
	87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarkedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarkedale is $129,750, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clarkedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$129,750
	73% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$51,599
Avg Weekly Wage	$919
IRS Avg AGI	$53,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.2%
	67% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.9%
	85% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,096
County GDP	$2,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants	113
Healthcare	126
Retail	145
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,342
	33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.8 min
Drive Alone	74.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarkedale is $286,200, 2% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$286,200
	2% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	149
Median Year Built	2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,342
	33% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.82%

In Clarkedale, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	36.4%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	29.3%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	19.8%
Physical Distress	14.5%
Short Sleep	35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	57.1%
Premature Death	17,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	78.8%
Healthcare Facilities	126

Clarkedale has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.6°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.4 inches
	33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	223 ft (68 m)
Area	11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²)
Population Density	47/sq mi
Coordinates	35.2970°N, 90.2103°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05035

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.3-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%

D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	31.0%
	8% below US avg
High School+	92.2%
Graduate Degree+	13.8%
School Test Score	4.91

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	47/sq mi
Total Area	11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.2%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	126
Restaurants	113
Retail Stores	145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.8 min
Drive Alone	74.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.7%

Clarkedale, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Clarkedale a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Clarkedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Clarkedale vs U.S. Average

Income: Clarkedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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