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Clinton, BC

British Columbia

Clinton is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 568. Residents earn $48,000 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
568 Population 181/sq mi density
$48,000 Median Income $33,600 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$48,000 median income, 10.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $705/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,000
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

How Clinton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population568
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

D
Median Income$48,000
Per Capita$33,600
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty25.2%
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$705
Ownership72.1%
Housing Units305
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,936 ft (895 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+36.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Clinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clinton receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Clinton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clinton is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clinton is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Clinton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow.

Clinton has a population of 568 with a density of 181 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents.

Population

568
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Clinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 6.2%

Social Characteristics

Clinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clinton is $48,000, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $646, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,000
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,600
Avg Weekly Wage$646

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Clinton is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 305 total housing units in the city. 13.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.1%
Owner-Occupied72.1%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units305

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Clinton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Clinton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Clinton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,936 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,936 ft (895 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates51.0917°N, 121.5865°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.6"
54% below US avg
Snowfall 6.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.32"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 24, 2013.

Sep 19, 1993 32 km ENE of Merritt, Canada M3.8 134 km
Aug 24, 2013 4 km NNE of Merritt, Canada M2.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 THOMPSON RIVER Meteorological 6.0 m 15 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bridge River Cones (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bridge River Cones Volcanic field 2,500 m (8,202 ft) Unknown 131 km
Meager Complex 2,680 m (8,793 ft) -410 144 km
Wells Gray-Clearwater Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,576 m (8,451 ft) 1550 155 km
Cayley Volcanic Field Volcanic field 2,375 m (7,792 ft) Unknown 161 km
Garibaldi Lake Volcanic field 2,316 m (7,598 ft) Unknown 163 km
Garibaldi Stratovolcano 2,678 m (8,786 ft) -8060 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in Driest
April 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in

Clinton has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 19°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and March the driest (0.7").

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3.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 73.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+36.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Schools in Clinton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
David Stoddart School
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Radio Stations near Clinton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Clinton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TNRL: Clinton Library0.0

Cafes in Clinton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Junction Coffee House

Clinics in Clinton

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinton Health & Wellness Centre

Gas Stations in Clinton

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Shell

Ski Resorts Near Clinton

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Big Bar Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 $0
99 Mile Recreation Trails 0.0 $0

Airports Near Clinton

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cache Creek-Ashcroft Regional AirportYZAMedium Airport
Clinton/Bleibler Ranch AerodromeSmall Airport
Echo Valley AirportSmall Airport
Green Lake AirportSmall Airport
Lillooet AirportSmall Airport
One Hundred Mile House AirportSmall Airport
One Hundred Mile Model FlyersSmall Airport
South Cariboo Region / 108 Mile AirportZMHSmall Airport

Post Offices in Clinton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post Clinton

Churches & Religious Organizations in Clinton

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Living Waters Christian Fellowship

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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About Clinton

What is the population of Clinton?

Clinton has a population of 568 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 181 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Clinton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Clinton safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Clinton receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Clinton?

Clinton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Clinton?

The job market in Clinton faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $646. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Clinton?

The median home value in Clinton is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $705. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.

How are the schools in Clinton?

3.6% of adults in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Clinton?

The average commute in Clinton is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Clinton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Clinton is 95.2% White. 92% of residents speak only English at home.

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