Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
20%
Clarksburg
Clarksburg, WV Area Guide
Avg Rent
$701
Population
17,459
Renter Mix
40% Rent
Bask in the Jewel of the Hills’ small-town charm
Suburban
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Historic
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Affordable
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Close-Knit
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Welcoming
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Laidback
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Scenic
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Mountain Views
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Riverside
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Nicknamed the “Jewel of the Hills,” Clarksburg lies within the Western Allegheny Plateau in north central West Virginia. Proud of its past while looking forward to an unlimited future, Clarksburg provides residents with a small-town atmosphere steeped in a rich history. Diverse architectural stylings are evident throughout Clarksburg’s downtown area in addition to a range of historical sites and landmarks.
Clarksburg’s tight-knit community comes together for a wide variety of events, including the annual West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival, West Virginia Black Heritage Festival, Greek Food Festival, and the Glen Elk Wine, Music, and Arts Festival. Recreational opportunities are abundant in Clarksburg, with numerous pristine local parks, access to the West Fork River, and close proximity to Tygart State Lake Park. Metropolitan amenities are just two hours away in Pittsburgh. Getting around Clarksburg is simple with convenience to U.S. 19, U.S. 50, I-79, and North Central West Virginia Airport.
Explore the City
Veterans Memorial Park offers residents a pool and splash pad for summer fun in the sun.
The Robinson Grand Theatre is a historic site found in downtown Clarksburg.
Older shotgun-style homes are included in the housing styles found in Clarksburg.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$43,514
Average: $60,693
Education
3,691
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,580
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Clarksburg has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Clarksburg, WV is $701 for one bedroom, $871 for two bedrooms, and $777 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clarksburg has increased by 6.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$701/month
491 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Clarksburg, WV is 5.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Clarksburg is 2.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $871. You can expect to pay 8.3% less for groceries, 2.8% less for utilities, and 3.5% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clarksburg, WV is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Not Bikeable
Bikeability
10
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
271 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
213 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
170 Students
Washington-Irving Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
540 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
361 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
12 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
485 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
765 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
12 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.