Clinton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Clinton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,034. Residents earn $68,571 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,034 Population 1,422/sq mi density
$68,571 Median Income $31,843 per capita
$172,300 Home Value $286,065 Zillow
$1,071 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,571 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,300 home value, $1,071/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,571
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,300
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,034
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,422/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,571
Per Capita$31,843
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,300
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,065

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,877/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary328/100K

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation957 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute27 min
Libraries2

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 crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $68,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clinton is $172,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Clinton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,877 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Clinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clinton has a population of 2,034 with a density of 1,422 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

2,034
Total Population
1,422
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Clinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clinton is $68,571, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,571
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,843
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$78,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare70
Retail90
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Clinton is $172,300, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,065.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,300
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,065
Median List Price$249,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,950
$/Sq Ft$207
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%
In Clinton, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death6,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities70
Clinton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,877 per 100,000 (4% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,877.1/100K
4% below US avg
Burglary328.5/100K
Theft1,548.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Clinton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall37.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,422/sq mi
Coordinates42.5575°N, 88.8681°W
County FIPS17007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,422/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants75
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home4.5%

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