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Clarks Mills, WI

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Clarks Mills is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 86.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
86 Population 344/sq mi density
$156,300 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density344/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,536
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,402M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$156,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden22.4%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries3

Is Clarks Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarks Mills receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Clarks Mills has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Clarks Mills is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarks Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clarks Mills has a population of 86 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

86
Total Population
344
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarks Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clarks Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarks Mills is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clarks Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,536
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$72,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,990
County GDP$5,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants176
Healthcare187
Retail224
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarks Mills is $156,300, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
In Clarks Mills, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,145
Dentists1:1,532
Mental Health1:678
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death7,254/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities187
Clarks Mills has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation832 ft (254 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density344/sq mi
Coordinates44.0911°N, 87.8626°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density344/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities187
Restaurants176
Retail Stores224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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