Clarks Green, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Clarks Green is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,594. Residents earn $94,318 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,594 Population 3,008/sq mi density
$94,318 Median Income $58,375 per capita
$274,000 Home Value $349,248 Zillow
$1,573 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,318 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$274,000 home value, $1,573/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,318
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,000
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.9%
66% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,573
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,594
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density3,008/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,318
Per Capita$58,375
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$13,421M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,000
Rent$1,573
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,248

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation1,365 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.9%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute18 min
Libraries10

Is Clarks Green a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarks Green receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Clarks Green stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarks Green is $94,318, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarks Green is $274,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,573 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Clarks Green is a highly educated community — 55.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarks Green has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clarks Green has a population of 1,594 with a density of 3,008 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

1,594
Total Population
3,008
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarks Green vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarks Green vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarks Green is $94,318, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Clarks Green vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,318
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,375
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,565
County GDP$13,421M

Business (County)

Restaurants552
Healthcare776
Retail804
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarks Green is $274,000, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,573 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,000
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,573
35% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,552
87% above US avg
Effective Rate2.39%

Health Metrics: Clarks Green vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Premature Death9,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities776

Crime Rates: Clarks Green vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Clarks Green has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density3,008/sq mi
Coordinates41.5009°N, 75.6953°W
County FIPS42069
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 55.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.9%
66% above US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,008/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities776
Restaurants552
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home13.1%

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