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Clarksville, TN-KY Metro Area

Clarksville, TN-KY · Metro Area

334,564Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 4 counties (1 central, 3 outlying). The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$68,967
Median home value
$253,300
Land area
2,158 sq mi
155 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Montgomery County, TNCentral234,153$75,613$280,200
Christian County, KYOutlying72,069$55,494$173,600
Trigg County, KYOutlying14,315$59,857$207,700
Stewart County, TNOutlying14,027$63,114$204,700

Largest cities and towns

13 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Clarksville, TNCity176,456$69,303
Hopkinsville, KYCity30,906$49,139
Fort Campbell North, KYCDP11,356$58,933
Oak Grove, KYCity7,962$49,354
Cadiz, KYCity2,677$44,152
Dover, TNCity1,956$75,190
Pembroke, KYCity732$70,804
Crofton, KYCity655$45,855
Cumberland City, TNTown574$56,250
Cerulean, KYCDP263$60,096
LaFayette, KYCity227$47,250
Fairview, KYCDP226$58,309
Gracey, KYCDP12—

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
13.1%
Unemployment
5.2%
College Educated
27.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$68,967
Mean Household Income
$85,173

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
50.3%
Female
49.7%

Population Split

Male50.3%
Female49.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German12.0%
English10.7%
Irish9.0%
Mexican5.1%
Italian2.8%
African2.2%
Scottish2.0%
French1.4%
Polish1.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.7%Foreign Born
94.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized48.1%
Non-Citizen51.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later37.3%
Before 201062.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
137,177
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Median Home Value
$253,300
Median Year Built
1994

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
88,050
College Enrollment
21.8%
High School
18.6%
College Educated
27.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
26.4 min
Drive Alone Rate
78.4%
Public Transit
0.4%
Work From Home
7.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
26.6%
18-34 Years
28.4%
35-64 Years
33.4%
65+ Years
11.6%

Population Composition

Under 1826.6%
18-3428.4%
35-6433.4%
65+11.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
50.1%
Single Parent
8.2%
Living Alone
25.4%
Avg Size
2.60

Household Types

Married Couples50.1%
Single Parent8.2%
Living Alone25.4%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$33,014
SNAP Usage
9.3%
Health Insurance
90.4%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.8%
$25k - $50k19.6%
$50k - $100k34.8%
$100k+30.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
12.5%
Retail Trade
12.8%
Education & Health Care
23.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.4%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
90.4%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
96.1%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
91.0
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
132.8
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)