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Port Clinton, PA

Pennsylvania

Port Clinton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 302. Residents earn $56,406 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
302 Population 397/sq mi density
$56,406 Median Income $28,845 per capita
$127,600 Home Value
$1,221 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$56,406 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,600 home value, $1,221/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,406
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,221
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density397/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,406
Per Capita$28,845
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,600
Rent$1,221
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden22.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries14

Is Port Clinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Clinton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. 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 $56,406, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Clinton is $127,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,221 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% 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 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Port Clinton has a population of 302 with a density of 397 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

302
Total Population
397
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

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 $56,406, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Port Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,406
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,845
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Clinton is $127,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,221 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,600
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,221
5% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%
Housing Units145
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
Port Clinton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density397/sq mi
Coordinates40.5833°N, 76.0308°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 42.1-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density397/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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