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Clarksdale, MS
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Clarksdale, MS
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 $35,210 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,237. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 583 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clarksdale is $84,200 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $52,144. Median rent is $762/month, with 33.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Clarksdale reports 362 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,170/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Clarksdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clarksdale has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.