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Village of Clarkston, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Village of Clarkston is a small town in Michigan with a population of 842. Residents earn $94,519 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
842 Population 1,914/sq mi density
$94,519 Median Income $65,382 per capita
$433,300 Home Value
$1,205 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,519 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$433,300 home value, $1,205/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,519
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $433,300
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.5%
65% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,205
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
82% lower than US avg

How Village of Clarkston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population842
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density1,914/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,519
Per Capita$65,382
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$433,300
Rent$1,205
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units388
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking10.7%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation970 ft (296 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.5%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+26.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute22 min
Broadband95.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries40

Is Village of Clarkston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Village of Clarkston receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Village of Clarkston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Village of Clarkston is $94,519, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Village of Clarkston is $433,300, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,205 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Village of Clarkston is a highly educated community — 55.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Village of Clarkston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 62.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Village of Clarkston has a population of 842 with a density of 1,914 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

842
Total Population
1,914
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Village of Clarkston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Village of Clarkston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Village of Clarkston is $94,519, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Village of Clarkston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,519
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,382
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone58.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Village of Clarkston is $433,300, 54% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,205 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$433,300
54% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,205
4% above US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.4%
Housing Units388
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Village of Clarkston, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Village of Clarkston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep29.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits76.7%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Village of Clarkston has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall62.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation970 ft (296 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,914/sq mi
Coordinates42.7321°N, 83.4211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.5%
65% above US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+26.7%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,914/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone58.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.8%

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