Clarksdale, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Clarksdale, MO
At a Glance
How Clarksdale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clarksdale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clarksdale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clarksdale residents earn a median household income of $66,000 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,139. The unemployment rate stands at 22.1% (514% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clarksdale is $89,500 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $242,594. Median rent is $388/month, with 25.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Education
4.3% of adults in Clarksdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clarksdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches.