Clarksville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clarksville, Indiana had a total population of 22,016, the 48th largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $60,467, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Clarksville Quick Facts
How Clarksville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,121 | 22,016 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $58,518 | $60,467 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $172,700 | $179,700 | +4.1% |
How Clarksville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Clarksville Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Clark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville | 51,043 | $70,930 | 11.2% | $216,800 |
| Sellersburg | 10,137 | $72,179 | 6.9% | $231,500 |
| Charlestown | 8,294 | $77,288 | 12.5% | $208,300 |
| Henryville | 1,691 | $71,667 | 6.9% | $204,000 |
| Utica | 1,028 | $84,886 | 9.4% | $241,300 |
| Borden | 987 | $72,708 | 7.4% | $174,500 |
| Memphis | 784 | $137,560 | 0.0% | $235,900 |
| New Washington | 351 | $81,705 | 10.3% | $187,500 |
Cities Similar to Clarksville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Porte | 22,449 | $59,307 | $157,500 | 20.1% | 16.4% |
| Seymour | 22,371 | $64,426 | $162,800 | 18.1% | 15.5% |
| Shelbyville | 20,296 | $55,602 | $174,700 | 19.4% | 21.5% |
| Highland | 23,680 | $78,062 | $233,300 | 29.5% | 11.6% |
| Greenfield | 24,940 | $76,127 | $216,400 | 26.3% | 5.3% |
Population Overview
Clarksville is a small city located in Indiana, within Clark County. The total population is 22,016. It ranks as the 48th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clarksville is 39.3 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clarksville is $60,467. This is 16% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.5%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $179,700. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 60.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Clarksville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (15.7% vs 8.6%). The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Clarksville, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Clarksville, Indiana?
Clarksville, Indiana has a population of 22,016 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clarksville, IN?
The median household income in Clarksville is $60,467, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clarksville, IN?
The poverty rate in Clarksville is 16.5%. This means approximately 3,555 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clarksville, Indiana?
Clarksville's population is 70.2% White, 8.7% Black, 15.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clarksville, IN?
The median home value in Clarksville is $179,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Clarksville, Indiana?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Clarksville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.