Clarkrange, TN

Tennessee

Clarkrange is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 636. Residents earn $50,481 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
636 Population 63/sq mi density
$50,481 Median Income $23,336 per capita
$301,300 Home Value $283,008 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$50,481 median income, 20.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$301,300 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,481
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $301,300
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.2%
461% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.9%
149% higher than US avg

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

People

Population636
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans32.4%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,481
Per Capita$23,336
Unemployment20.2%
Poverty30.9%
County GDP$812M
Commute36 min

Housing

B
Home Value$301,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,008

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Elevation1,803 ft (550 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute36 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Clarkrange a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarkrange receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Clarkrange offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarkrange is $50,481, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarkrange is $301,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarkrange experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clarkrange has a population of 636 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

636
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
10.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.9%
Female 34.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarkrange vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clarkrange vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarkrange is $50,481, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Clarkrange vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,481
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,336
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$55,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.2%
461% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.9%
149% above US avg
Establishments (County)469
County GDP$812M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare37
Retail77
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarkrange is $301,300, 7% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,300
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,665
24% below US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Clarkrange, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death12,599/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities37
Clarkrange has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.6 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,803 ft (550 m)
Area10.2 sq mi (26.3 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates36.1857°N, 85.0096°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area10.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants34
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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