Clinton, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Clinton is a small town in Washington with a population of 1,367. Residents earn $72,135 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,367 Population 1,353/sq mi density
$72,135 Median Income $49,198 per capita
$603,900 Home Value $696,732 Zillow
$1,350 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,135 median income, 2.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$603,900 home value, $1,350/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,135
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $603,900
114% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.0%
22% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,367
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,353/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,135
Per Capita$49,198
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute30 min

Housing

D
Home Value$603,900
Rent$1,350
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$696,732

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Elevation40 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.0%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute30 min
Libraries9

Is Clinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clinton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Clinton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clinton is $72,135, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clinton is $603,900, making it a premium housing market at 114% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Clinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Clinton has a population of 1,367 with a density of 1,353 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%).

Population

1,367
Total Population
1,353
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clinton is $72,135, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,135
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,198
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clinton is $603,900, 114% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $696,732.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$603,900
114% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$696,732
Median List Price$579,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$579,000
$/Sq Ft$264
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Clinton, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 12.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clinton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity12.3%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Clinton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation40 ft (12 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,353/sq mi
Coordinates47.9624°N, 122.3523°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.0%
22% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,353/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home27.0%

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