Clinton, IA
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Clinton, IA
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 $57,493 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,799. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,498 business establishments, including 117 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clinton is $115,400 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $135,834. Median rent is $751/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Clinton reports 360 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,768/100K.
Education
21.6% of adults in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clinton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.