South Carolina
Clinton is a small city in South Carolina with a population of 7,624. Residents earn $40,372 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clinton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Clinton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Clinton is $40,372, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Clinton is $154,700, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 829 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,672 per 100,000, 138% above the national average.
29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Clinton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,372 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,388 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $943 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,494 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.3% |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 928 |
| County GDP | $2,034M |
| Restaurants | 73 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,112 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.01% |
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
| Census Median | $154,700 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,558 |
| Median List Price | $242,000 |
| Median List Price | $242,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $137 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 32.6% |
| Inventory | 46 |
| Census Median Rent | $864 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,112 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.01% |
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.5% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,000/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 829.3/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 11.7/100K |
| Robbery | 46.7/100K |
| Assault | 770.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,672.4/100K |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,086.3/100K |
| Theft | 3,445.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 140.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.4 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 730/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4739°N, 81.8609°W |
| County FIPS | 45071 |
Winner: Republican by 34.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.6% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 730/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 73 |
| Retail Stores | 138 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |