Clarksville, IA

Iowa

Clarksville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,248. Residents earn $55,781 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,248 Population 953/sq mi density
$55,781 Median Income $29,290 per capita
$114,200 Home Value $177,167 Zillow
$747 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,781 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,200 home value, $747/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,781
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $747
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,248
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,781
Per Capita$29,290
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$705M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,200
Rent$747
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,167

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation929 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Libraries8

Is Clarksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarksville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clarksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarksville is $55,781, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarksville is $114,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clarksville has a population of 1,248 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

1,248
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarksville is $55,781, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Clarksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,781
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,290
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$705M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarksville is $114,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $747 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,167.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,167

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$747
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Clarksville, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death5,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Clarksville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation929 ft (283 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates42.7792°N, 92.6684°W
County FIPS19023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants19
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home0.5%

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