Clarkton, MO is a small town located in Dunklin County with a population of 1,073 and a population density of 1,009 people per square mile. The town boasts many local businesses such as Clarkton Grocery and Liquor Store, Clarkton Veterinary Clinic, Down Home Diner, and more. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking and biking at the Missouri Delta Trails nearby or fishing at Lake Wappapello State Park. There are also several local organizations such as the Clarkton Community Garden and the Lions Club that host events throughout the year to benefit the community such as food drives and clothing donations. Local sports fans can enjoy cheering on the Clarkton High School football team at their home games or take part in special events like the Annual Tri-County Basketball Tournament held every spring.
The population in Clarkton is 1,073. There are 950 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Clarkton is 31.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Clarkton is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Clarkton
- 44.8% are married
- 19.0% are divorced
- 23.0% are married with children
- 24.1% have children, but are single
Race in Clarkton
- 66.4% are White
- 14.2% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 16.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander