CLARKSVILLE

The neighborhood has been recognized because of its unique and valuable history.

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Location

Located in downtown Austin, Clarksville is bordered by the trendy strip on Lamar Boulevard as well as Treaty Oak, the neighborhood is close to popular Lady Bird Lake. Though Clarksville is geographically part of Austin's Old West Austin Historic Neighborhood, it is a different neighborhood from its two counterparts, Tarrytown and Old Enfield. 

History

The neighborhood was established by freed slaves in the 1870s by freedman Charles Clark. It is now the oldest surviving freedman's town. The neighborhood has been recognized because of its unique and valuable history. Clarksville is known as a small historic district downtown.

Architecture

Many European immigrants settled in the neighborhood in the early 1990s. It is known for its bungalow-style home and friendly neighbors that are still supporting its old-town feel and businesses. 

Recreation

Home to the vibrant and famous Graffiti Park, walkable restaurants, shopping, and bars. This neighborhood is one of the oldest and most established neighborhoods in Austin. Clarksville still has a few of its originally established businesses, a nursery, and a pharmacy that its local residents frequently visit.

Overview for CLARKSVILLE, TX

4,501 people live in CLARKSVILLE, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $101,484. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,501

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$101,484

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for CLARKSVILLE, TX

CLARKSVILLE has 2,669 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in CLARKSVILLE do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,501 people call CLARKSVILLE home. The population density is 7,171.447 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,501

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

47.41 / 52.59%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
2,669

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$101,484

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in CLARKSVILLE, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby CLARKSVILLE. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Austin St Hospital
PUBLIC
1st - 12th
No rating available
Austin Independent School District Child Development Center
PUBLIC
PreK - PreK
No rating available
Mathews Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
5/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5

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