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Population Review

Clinton County, Pennsylvania Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 56th-largest in Pennsylvania

The population of Clinton County, Pennsylvania is 37,707 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 56th-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $58,842, the median home value is $179,100, and the median age is 39.8.

The population of Clinton County has declined 3.6% since 2010 (39,262 → 37,865), a -0.26% annualized rate.

Clinton County within Pennsylvania · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

37,707

Population

-0.26%

Annual growth

42

People / sq mi

$58,842

Median Income

$179,100

Median Home Value

Clinton County covers 890 sq mi of land at 42.4 people per square mile.

About Clinton County, PA

Clinton County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.6% of the population. Clinton County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of 37,707.

The typical household here earns about $58,842, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.7%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $179,100, with typical rent around $815.

21.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.5%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.

Clinton County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Clinton County had a population of 39,262 in 2010 and 37,865 in 2024, a -3.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 39,835 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.25%.

2013 · 40K20102024
Clinton County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

37,865

Population (2024)

39,262

Population (2010)

39,835

Peak (2013)

-0.25%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201039,262
201139,511
201239,739
201339,835
201439,490
201539,402
201639,009
201738,830
201838,647
201938,302
202037,377
202138,024
202237,873
202337,852
202437,865

Race & Ethnicity

White94.5%
Black or African American1.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

39.8

Median Age

49.9%

Female

50.1%

Male

19.6%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.3%
5–9
5.6%
10–14
5.5%
15–19
7.5%
20–24
9.8%
25–34
11.4%
35–44
10.5%
45–54
11.4%
55–59
6.3%
60–64
7.1%
65–74
11.3%
75–84
5.7%
85+
2.6%

Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 19.6%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$58,842$-17,239 vs state
Mean household income$76,816
Per-capita income$31,762
Poverty rate9.7%+1.6% vs state
Unemployment rate3.3%
Employment-to-population55.0%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
23.4%
Manufacturing
15.7%
Construction
9.0%
Education & health care
8.7%
Finance & real estate
7.9%
Retail trade
6.7%
Public administration
4.8%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.2%

The largest employment sector in Clinton County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.4% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

4.3%

Carpool

76.1%

Public transit

7.5%

Work from home

23.4 min

Avg commute

Housing

$179,100$-61,400 vs state

Median home value

$815

Median rent

71.6%

Homeownership rate

18,640

Total housing units

81.9%

Occupied

18.1%

Vacant

28.4%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

90.1%

With health insurance

89.2%

With broadband internet

10.6%

Foreign-born

7.7%

Veterans (18+)

17.0%

With a disability

93.0%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.7%

High School+

21.3%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clinton County, Pennsylvania has a population of 37,707 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 56th-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 42 people per square mile.

The population of Clinton County has declined 3.6% since 2010 (39,262 → 37,865), a -0.26% annualized rate.

The median household income in Clinton County, Pennsylvania is $58,842, with mean (average) household income of $76,816 and per-capita income of $31,762. 9.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Clinton County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.5%), Black or African American (1.4%), Hispanic or Latino (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Clinton County, Pennsylvania is 39.8 years. Residents are 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

The median home value in Clinton County is $179,100 and median monthly rent is $815. 71.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,640 total housing units, 18.1% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Clinton County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Clinton County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 1,582,432.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.