Clinton, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clinton, Iowa had a total population of 24,322, the 22nd largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $60,230, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Clinton Quick Facts
How Clinton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,425 | 24,322 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $57,493 | $60,230 | +4.8% |
| Median home value | $115,400 | $118,200 | +2.4% |
How Clinton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Clinton Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Clinton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maquoketa | 6,075 | $60,240 | 14.2% | $132,500 |
| DeWitt | 5,546 | $92,587 | 2.8% | $237,100 |
| Camanche | 4,550 | $64,153 | 11.5% | $172,400 |
| Wheatland | 925 | $39,167 | 2.5% | $119,100 |
| Grand Mound | 510 | $82,143 | 7.6% | $145,200 |
| Delmar | 480 | $68,750 | 4.2% | $147,500 |
| Charlotte | 454 | $61,711 | 16.3% | $101,500 |
| Calamus | 417 | $68,250 | 2.9% | $148,100 |
| Lost Nation | 390 | $57,000 | 14.1% | $77,300 |
| Goose Lake | 387 | $76,875 | 20.6% | $139,900 |
Cities Similar to Clinton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Dodge | 24,827 | $60,649 | $144,100 | 21.7% | 15.9% |
| Burlington | 23,728 | $59,000 | $114,300 | 22.5% | 13.2% |
| Ottumwa | 25,430 | $61,103 | $106,300 | 20.8% | 17.2% |
| Muscatine | 23,489 | $58,117 | $153,600 | 21.1% | 19.1% |
| Coralville | 23,234 | $69,144 | $298,500 | 56.0% | 13.0% |
Population Overview
Clinton is a small city located in Iowa, within Clinton County. The total population is 24,322. It ranks as the 22nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clinton is 44.0 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clinton is $60,230. This is 20% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 67% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $118,200. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Clinton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Clinton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
20.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Clinton, Iowa is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Clinton, Iowa?
Clinton, Iowa has a population of 24,322 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clinton, IA?
The median household income in Clinton is $60,230, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clinton, IA?
The poverty rate in Clinton is 18.5%. This means approximately 4,375 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clinton, Iowa?
Clinton's population is 85.6% White, 5.3% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clinton, IA?
The median home value in Clinton is $118,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Clinton, Iowa?
20.8% of adults (25+) in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.