Clarkton, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $45,568

39% lower than US avg

Home Value $47,100

83% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 872/100K

130% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.1%

79% lower than US avg

Median Rent $575

51% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.5%

45% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.4%

16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population929

Median Age28.1 yrs

Density822/mi²

Male / Female47% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,568

Per Capita$17,150

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty14.4%

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$47,100

Rent$575

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units565

Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

Violent872/100K

Property1,745/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault872/100K

Burglary238/100K

Health

Obesity46.5%

Uninsured14.8%

Smoking23.6%

Depression28.2%

Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain48.6 in/yr

Sunny Days248/yr

Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.1%

High School+65.2%

Graduate+1.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute29 min

Broadband82.3%

Is Clarkton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarkton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Clarkton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarkton is $45,568, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarkton is $47,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 872 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,745 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarkton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Clarkton has a population of 929 with a density of 822 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 8.1% Hispanic, 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.1% of residents, while 12.9% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 22.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

929

Total Population

822

People / sq mi

28.1yrs

Median Age

28% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%

Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	87.1%
	11% above US avg
Spanish	12.9%
	4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarkton is $45,568, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,150 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 29 minutes. 7.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Clarkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,568
	39% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,150

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.4%
	16% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.9 min
Drive Alone	71.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarkton is $47,100, 83% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% 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 565 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 18.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$47,100
	83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$575
	51% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	55.5%
Housing Units	565
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

In Clarkton, 46.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 38.4% have high blood pressure. 23.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.2% report binge drinking. 41.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.9% experience frequent mental distress. 14.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.5%
	45% above US avg
Diabetes	13.2%
Heart Disease	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	38.4%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	10.6%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.6%
	69% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	41.3%
Depression	28.2%
Mental Distress	21.9%
Physical Distress	18.4%
Short Sleep	41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.1%
Uninsured	14.8%
	72% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	46.8%

Food & Exercise

Clarkton has a violent crime rate of 872 per 100,000 residents, 130% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 872.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,745 per 100,000, 11% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,427, burglary at 238, vehicle theft at 79 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Clarkton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	872.3/100K
	130% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	872.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,744.7/100K
	11% below US avg
Burglary	237.9/100K
Theft	1,427.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	79.3/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Clarkton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	58.7°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.6 inches
	28% above US avg
Snowfall	3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	282 ft (86 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density	822/sq mi
Coordinates	36.4517°N, 89.9670°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	3.3 in	Coldest
February	39°F (4°C)	3.7 in
March	49°F (9°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
April	59°F (15°C)	4.8 in
May	68°F (20°C)	5.2 in
June	77°F (25°C)	3.9 in
July	81°F (27°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	3.0 in	Driest
September	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in
October	61°F (16°C)	3.1 in
November	49°F (9°C)	4.5 in
December	39°F (4°C)	4.7 in

Clarkton has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 34°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (3.0").

7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 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. 82.3% of households have broadband internet access. 71.4% 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+	7.1%
	79% below US avg
High School+	65.2%
Graduate Degree+	1.1%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	822/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.3%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.9 min
Drive Alone	71.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Clarkton

What is the population of Clarkton?

Clarkton has a population of 929 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 822 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Clarkton expensive to live in?

Clarkton 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 $45,568, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $47,100 (83% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Clarkton safe?

Public safety is a concern in Clarkton, with a violent crime rate of 872 per 100,000 — significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,745 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Clarkton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Clarkton?

Clarkton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Clarkton?

The job market in Clarkton is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 7.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Clarkton?

The median home value in Clarkton is $47,100. For renters, the median monthly rent is $575. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Clarkton?

Schools in Clarkton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.1% of adults in Clarkton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.2% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Clarkton?

The obesity rate in Clarkton is 46.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.6% of adults are smokers. 41.3% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression. 14.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Clarkton?

The average commute in Clarkton is 29 minutes. 71.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Clarkton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Clarkton is 80.6% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 8.1% Hispanic or Latino. 87.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.9% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 22.9% of residents have a disability. 76.1% have health insurance coverage.

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