Clinton County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Clinton County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 37,707. It is the 56th most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 8 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Clinton County is 39.8 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Clinton County is $58,842. This is 23% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.2%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $179,100. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $240,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 71.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Clinton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.7%.