Explore Clarksdale, Mississippi, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Clarksdale, Mississippi. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Mississippi or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Clarksdale.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Clarksdale |
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
| County | Coahoma County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 34.200109 |
| Longitude | -90.570932 |
| Population | 14,903 |
| Density | 306.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 38614 |
| Area Code | 601, 769 |
| County Seat | Clarksdale |
| School District | Coahoma County School District |
Clarksdale exists as a quiet anchor upon the broad, fertile expanse of the Mississippi Delta. It lies 32.7 miles north-northeast of Cleveland, MS (from Cleveland, MS: bearing 16°T), and is situated 15.1 miles north-northwest of Tutwiler. The Big Sunflower River carves a slow, deliberate path through the landscape, serving as a silent witness to the changing seasons in this inland basin. Far from the reach of any coastline, the terrain remains exceptionally flat, dominated by rich, dark earth that has long defined the character of the region. Those seeking a quiet retreat often find themselves wandering the grounds of Nosef Park, a peaceful space that offers a brief respite from the open fields. During the quiet hours of the evening, the horizon stretches wide and unobstructed, catching a quality of light that turns the expansive sky into a deep, bruised violet.
Clarksdale grew from the necessity of the land, evolving as a hub for the agricultural enterprises that have sustained the population for generations. The economy remains rooted in the cultivation of cotton and other crops, industries that have dictated the pace of labor and life since the early years of settlement. While the methods of production have modernized, the cycle of planting and harvest continues to set the rhythm for the local workforce. Historical storefronts in the center of Clarksdale remain as physical reminders of a period when the cotton trade dictated the flow of wealth and commerce throughout the Delta. Even today, the legacy of this agrarian history lingers in the sturdy brick architecture and the quiet, persistent work ethic of the people.
Cultural identity in Clarksdale is inseparable from the deep, resonant history of the blues, a musical tradition that emerged from the hard soil and the experiences of its inhabitants. Visitors often gravitate toward landmarks that honor icons like Muddy Waters and John Lee Hooker, whose legacies remain etched into the very identity of the streets. The atmosphere is frequently punctuated by the sound of music spilling from local venues, keeping a vibrant, soulful heritage alive for new generations. Small gatherings and local events provide a sense of continuity, bringing residents together to celebrate the unique creative spirit that persists here. Whether one is exploring the local sites or simply observing the slow movement of a summer afternoon, Clarksdale retains a distinct, enduring presence that feels both grounded and profound.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clarksdale, Mississippi. Coordinates: 34.200109, -90.570932. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Clarksdale includes the ZIP code (38614), telephone area code (601, 769), county seat of Coahoma County (Clarksdale), and school district assignment (Coahoma County School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |