Clinton, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clinton, Minnesota had a total population of 281, the 621st largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $88,750, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
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 0.8x.
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 | 308 | 281 | -8.8% |
| Median household income | $63,750 | $88,750 | +39.2% |
| Median home value | $71,800 | $70,000 | -2.5% |
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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Clinton Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Big Stone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ortonville | 2,028 | $56,133 | 12.1% | $166,300 |
| Graceville | 564 | $66,111 | 24.9% | $121,400 |
| Beardsley | 229 | $64,375 | 18.8% | $77,700 |
| Odessa | 87 | $46,250 | 20.7% | $67,300 |
| Johnson | 20 | N/A | 25.0% | $130,600 |
| Correll | 18 | N/A | 38.9% | $45,000 |
| Barry | 16 | $83,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dresbach | 286 | $90,250 | $343,800 | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Holland | 292 | $82,794 | $70,900 | 12.0% | 20.2% |
| Gary | 268 | $83,750 | $151,100 | 16.8% | 5.2% |
| Bowlus | 278 | $77,708 | $158,500 | 8.0% | 7.9% |
| New Munich | 299 | $92,188 | $179,000 | 19.9% | 3.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 281, Clinton's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Clinton is a small community located in Minnesota, within Big Stone County. The total population is 281. It ranks as the 621st most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clinton is 47.9 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Clinton is $88,750. This is about the same as the state median of $89,062. It is also 10% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 72% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Clinton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $70,000. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.8x, Clinton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Clinton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.8%.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Clinton, Minnesota 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 Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. 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, Minnesota?
Clinton, Minnesota has a population of 281 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clinton, MN?
The median household income in Clinton is $88,750, which is 10% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clinton, MN?
The poverty rate in Clinton is 16.0%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clinton, Minnesota?
Clinton's population is 86.1% White, 0.0% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clinton, MN?
The median home value in Clinton is $70,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.8x.
How educated is Clinton, Minnesota?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Clinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.