Clarksdale

Coahoma County, Mississippi

Population 21K |Median income $37,461 |1 hospital

Population

20,540

Coahoma County

Median Income

$37,461

-45% vs avg

Median Home Value

$90,300

-60% vs avg

Median Age

35.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

21K-20%

Median Income

$37,461+42%

Median Home Value

$90,300+62%

Poverty Rate

35.5%-7%

Unemployment

9.9%-49%

Economics

Median Rent

$749/mo

Poverty Rate

35.5% +150% vs avg

Unemployment 9.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 19.5%

Work From Home 8%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

African American 74.4%

White 19%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%

Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

53.4%

Obesity

46.4%

Short Sleep Duration

45.8%

Physical Inactivity

42.8%

Diabetes

21.8%

Current Smoking

21.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

17.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

15.1%

Current Asthma

11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 84.2%

Dental Visit 5.9%

Other Measures

Binge Drinking

10.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

9.1%

Stroke

6.5%

Alerts & News — Clarksdale Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Clarksdale, MS? ▼

Clarksdale, MS has a population of 20,540 people, located in Coahoma County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Clarksdale? ▼

The median household income in Clarksdale, MS is $37,461 per year. The poverty rate is 35.5%.

What is the median home value in Clarksdale? ▼

The median home value in Clarksdale, MS is $90,300. Median rent is $749/month.

What are the top health concerns in Clarksdale? ▼

The top health indicators in Clarksdale include High Blood Pressure (53.4%), Obesity (46.4%), Short Sleep Duration (45.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Clarksdale? ▼

Clarksdale has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Clarksdale? ▼

The median age in Clarksdale, MS is 35.9 years. 19.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Clarksdale, MS is located in Coahoma County, Mississippi. With a population of 21K and a median household income of $37,461, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Clarksdale area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Coahoma County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.