What are the schools like in Clarksburg, MO?

Clarksburg is served primarily by CLARKSBURG C-2. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.7:1.

What is the median household income in Clarksburg?

The median household income in Clarksburg, MO is $26,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 32.1%.

What is the weather like in Clarksburg, MO?

Clarksburg has an average high temperature of 39.8°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.7 inches.

Clarksburg, MO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Clarksburg, MO affordable or expensive?

Clarksburg's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Clarksburg is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $70,000 and the median rent is $682 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Clarksburg, MO?

Crime rate data for Clarksburg is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Clarksburg, MO a Good Place to Live?

Clarksburg is a small town of 293 in Missouri, with a median household income of $26,250 and a 32.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Clarksburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Clarksburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Clarksburg city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.7

Clarksburg's overall cost of living index is 87.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Clarksburg costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Clarksburg, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$70,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$682	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	46.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$26,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Clarksburg is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Clarksburg is served primarily by CLARKSBURG C-2. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Clarksburg, MO	National Avg
School District	CLARKSBURG C-2	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	5.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	1.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	66.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Clarksburg sees average highs of 39.8°F in January and 87.8°F in July, with 41.4 inches of annual precipitation and 9.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Clarksburg, MO
Average High — January	39.8°F
Average High — July	87.8°F
Annual Precipitation	41.4"
Annual Snowfall	9.7"

Demographics

Metric	Clarksburg, MO	National Avg
Population	293	—
Median Age	35.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	32.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.6%	22.2%
65 and over	16.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Clarksburg

Clarksburg, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

65025

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarksburg, MO affordable or expensive?

Clarksburg's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Clarksburg roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $70,000 and median rent is $682/month.

What is the crime rate in Clarksburg, MO?

Crime data for Clarksburg is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Clarksburg?

Public schools in Clarksburg are operated by CLARKSBURG C-2. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.7:1. 1.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Clarksburg, MO a good place to live?

Clarksburg, MO has a population of 293, a median household income of $26,250, and an unemployment rate of 32.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Clarksburg?

Clarksburg averages 39.8°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.4 inches with about 9.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Clarksburg?

Clarksburg, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 65025.

What is the population of Clarksburg?

The population of Clarksburg, Missouri is 293 with a median age of 35.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Clarksburg?

Key numbers for living in Clarksburg: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $70,000, median household income $26,250, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Clarksburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.