Clinton, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County
Clinton, CT
At a Glance
How Clinton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clinton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clinton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clinton residents earn a median household income of $83,333 , which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,814. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,800 business establishments, including 485 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clinton is $344,200 , 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $472,247. Median rent is $1,408/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Clinton reports 74 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,240/100K.
Education
40.0% of adults in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clinton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.