Clarksburg, TN

Tennessee

Clarksburg is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,011. Residents earn $73,661 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,011 Population 406/sq mi density
$73,661 Median Income $26,339 per capita
$143,800 Home Value $159,453 Zillow
$769 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$73,661 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value, $769/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,661
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,011
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density406/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,661
Per Capita$26,339
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$949M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,453
Rent Burden15.4%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,299/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary260/100K

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Elevation530 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries2

Is Clarksburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarksburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Clarksburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarksburg is $73,661, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarksburg is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Clarksburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,299 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarksburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clarksburg has a population of 1,011 with a density of 406 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

1,011
Total Population
406
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarksburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarksburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarksburg is $73,661, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Clarksburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,661
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,339
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$57,737

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)572
County GDP$949M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare58
Retail98
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,456
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarksburg is $143,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,453.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,453

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,456
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Clarksburg, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD10.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression32.8%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.5%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death14,102/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities58
Clarksburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,299 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,298.7/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary259.7/100K
Theft519.5/100K
Vehicle Theft519.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Clarksburg has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation530 ft (162 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density406/sq mi
Coordinates35.8705°N, 88.3937°W
County FIPS47017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density406/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants35
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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