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Clarksville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Clarksville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 403. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
403 Population 806/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $34,241 per capita
$169,800 Home Value $290,776 Zillow
$435 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,800 home value, $435/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $435
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density806/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$34,241
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$2,329M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,800
Rent$435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,776
Housing Units170
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking13.4%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation825 ft (251 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries7

Is Clarksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarksville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Clarksville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarksville is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarksville is $169,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches, including 54.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clarksville has a population of 403 with a density of 806 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%).

Population

403
Total Population
806
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarksville is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clarksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,241
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$62,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,090
County GDP$2,329M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare111
Retail136
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,340
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarksville is $169,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $435 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,776.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,776

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$435
63% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,340
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Clarksville, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death6,910/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities111
Clarksville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall54.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation825 ft (251 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density806/sq mi
Coordinates42.8421°N, 85.2425°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.2%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density806/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants85
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.4%

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