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Clarkson, KY
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Clarkson, KY
At a Glance
How Clarkson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clarkson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clarkson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clarkson residents earn a median household income of $28,393 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,020. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 44.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 687 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clarkson is $121,900 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $175,064. Median rent is $575/month, with 31.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Clarkson reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 113/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
12.3% of adults in Clarkson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 77.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clarkson has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.