Port Clinton, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Port Clinton is a small city in Ohio with a population of 5,999. Residents earn $58,524 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,999 Population 2,816/sq mi density
$58,524 Median Income $33,741 per capita
$142,100 Home Value $263,517 Zillow
$882 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
365 Violent Crime/100K 2,604 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,524 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,100 home value, $882/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
365 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,524
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,100
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 365/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $882
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,999
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density2,816/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,524
Per Capita$33,741
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,100
Rent$882
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,517

Crime

F
Violent365/100K
Property2,604/100K
Murder16.6/100K
Assault232/100K
Burglary697/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation577 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute18 min
EV Stations5
Libraries6

Is Port Clinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Clinton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Port Clinton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Clinton is $58,524, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Clinton is $142,100, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Port Clinton is below the national average at 365 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,604 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Clinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Port Clinton has a population of 5,999 with a density of 2,816 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

5,999
Total Population
2,816
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Clinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Clinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Clinton is $58,524, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Port Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,524
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,741
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Clinton is $142,100, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $882 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,517.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,100
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,517
Median List Price$249,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,000
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops18.5%
Inventory27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$882
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Port Clinton, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223
Port Clinton has a violent crime rate of 365 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,604 per 100,000 (33% above US avg). The murder rate is 16.6 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent364.9/100K
4% below US avg
Murder16.6/100K
163% above US avg
Rape66.4/100K
Robbery49.8/100K
Assault232.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,604.1/100K
33% above US avg
Burglary696.6/100K
Theft1,890.9/100K
Vehicle Theft16.6/100K
Arson16.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Port Clinton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density2,816/sq mi
Coordinates41.5097°N, 82.9383°W
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,816/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home6.9%

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