Clarksville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $62,045

17% lower than US avg

Home Value $92,500

67% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 29.8%

12% lower than US avg

Median Rent $650

44% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.0%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.2%

11% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.2%

66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446

Median Age37.7 yrs

Density769/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans8.6%

Economy

Median Income$62,045

Per Capita$28,987

Unemployment3.2%

Poverty4.2%

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$92,500

Rent$650

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$216,069

Housing Units307

Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity38.0%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking19.2%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain36.8 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.8%

High School+83.9%

Graduate+12.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute32 min

Broadband86.7%

Is Clarksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarksville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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 $62,045, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarksville is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Clarksville has a population of 446 with a density of 769 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

446

Total Population

769

People / sq mi

37.7yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%

Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarksville is $62,045, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,987 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Clarksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$62,045
	17% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,987

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.2%
	11% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.2%
	66% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.0 min
Drive Alone	90.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarksville is $92,500, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,069, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 307 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. 21.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$92,500
	67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$216,069

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$650
	44% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	84.4%
Housing Units	307
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

In Clarksville, 38.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.0%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.2%
	37% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	29.9%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	19.9%
Physical Distress	15.1%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.9%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	55.5%

Food & Exercise

Clarksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.4°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.8 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	489 ft (149 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	769/sq mi
Coordinates	39.3706°N, 90.9051°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	1.7 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.1 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.3 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
October	56°F (13°C)	2.8 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.1 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	2.5 in

Clarksville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.5").

29.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet access. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	29.8%
	12% below US avg
High School+	83.9%
Graduate Degree+	12.4%
School Test Score	5.51

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	769/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.0 min
Drive Alone	90.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Clarksville

What is the population of Clarksville?

Clarksville has a population of 446 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 769 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.7 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Clarksville expensive to live in?

Clarksville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $62,045, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,500 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Clarksville?

Clarksville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Clarksville?

Clarksville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Clarksville?

The median home value in Clarksville is $92,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,069. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Clarksville?

Schools in Clarksville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.8% of adults in Clarksville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Clarksville?

The obesity rate in Clarksville is 38.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Clarksville?

The average commute in Clarksville is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Clarksville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Clarksville is 94.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 8.6% of the population are military veterans. 22.2% of residents have a disability. 93.9% have health insurance coverage.

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