Clarke County's 2026 population is estimated at 14,985, reflecting a -0.56% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Clarke County is the 56th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 16,723 and has grown -10.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.4 years
Female: 44.5 years
Male: 40.7 years
There are 11,981 adults, (3,416 of whom are seniors) in Clarke County.
Female: 8,076 (52.7%)
Male: 7,238 (47.3%)
The racial composition of Clarke County includes 63.38% White, 31.19% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,706 | 63.38% |
| Black or African American | 4,777 | 31.19% |
| Two or more races | 737 | 4.81% |
| Native American | 66 | 0.43% |
| Asian | 26 | 0.17% |
| Other race | 2 | 0.01% |
Clarke County 's average per capita income is $38,167. Household income levels show a median of $46,108. The poverty rate stands at 17.39%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,932 | - |
| Families | $57,983 | $76,183 |
| Households | $46,108 | $64,952 |
| Non Families | $19,677 | $34,602 |
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