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Clarksdale, MS is a vibrant city known for its culture and affordability. The rent for a two bedroom apartment is significantly lower than the US average at $610, making it an attractive place to live. The grocery cost index in Clarksdale is also 92 versus 100 in the US, making it a great place for shopping on a budget. Local businesses in Clarksdale include Flip Flops Burgers & Beer, Delta Blues Museum, Suggs Grocery Store, and Harpo’s Cafe. With its affordability and cultural attractions, Clarksdale is becoming an increasingly popular destination for those looking to live in the South.

Clarksdale has an unemployment rate of 10.1%. The US average is 6.0%.

Clarksdale has seen the job market decrease by -1.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 12.4%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Clarksdale
- The Sales Tax Rate for Clarksdale is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Clarksdale is 5.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Clarksdale
- The average income of a Clarksdale resident is $19,299 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Clarksdale resident is $30,711 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyClarksdale, MississippiUnited States
  10.16
  -5.1%-6.2%
  12.4%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  5.0%4.6%
  $19,299$37,638
  $30,711$69,021
  $38,498$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.6%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  4.8%6.8%
  13.1%10.0%
  0.6%2.5%
  10.8%11.0%
  4.6%4.8%
  1.4%0.8%
  0.4%1.9%
  1.2%4.7%
  1.5%1.9%
  1.3%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  1.7%4.2%
  13.3%9.3%
  19.0%14.0%
  7.0%2.1%
  9.7%7.0%
  3.3%4.8%
  4.6%4.7%
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I grew up in Clarksdale and moved out of state my junior year of high school. My family had been in and around the area for generations. It is sad to see what has  More

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I'm from California and I loved funky Clarksdale. The folks there are so friendly and curious about where you're from, what you do, and what you think of Clarksdale.  More

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Over 17 years ago

Clarksdale is a small town of about 20,000. Our economy is agricultural to a large extent. We have a tremendous amount of tourism based on our blues tradition which is  More

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