Clinton County

As of the 2020 Census, Clinton County, NY has a population of about 79,843. The racial composition is approximately 89.3% White, 4.5% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian, 2.3% Native American, and 2.5% from two or more races. The Hispanic or Latino population is around 3.5%. There are approximately 34,200 households, with a median household income of $53,750. The county has a population density of 80.2 people per square mile.

Clinton County, NY, has a median home value of approximately $135,000. The typical monthly rent is around $900. Homeownership is at about 65%, with rental properties at 35%. The county has seen a modest annual appreciation rate of 3-4% in recent years. Vacancy rates hover around 7%. The average household size is 2.4 persons. Housing units total around 34,000, with single-family homes being the predominant type at 70%. Properties mainly range from older colonial-style homes to more contemporary builds.

Clinton County, New York, participates in local, state, and federal elections. As of 2023, the total number of registered voters in the county is approximately 46,000. Key races often include positions such as County Sheriff, County Clerk, and various legislative seats.

Recent election results from 2022 include:

• Congressional District NY-21: Incumbent Republican Elise Stefanik won with 58% of the vote against Democrat Matt Castelli.
• Governor: Democrat Kathy Hochul received approximately 52% of the county’s vote, while Republican Lee Zeldin garnered around 46%.

Local candidates for county positions in 2023 include:

• County Sheriff: Incumbent David Favro (Democrat) is running unopposed.
• County Clerk: Incumbent John Zurlo (Republican) faces challenger Sarah Davis (Democrat).

Voter turnout in recent general elections has been around 60%. For up-to-date and detailed election information, visit the Clinton County Board of Elections website.

As of the most recent data available, Clinton County, NY exhibits the following educational attainment levels among its residents aged 25 and older: approximately 88.9% have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Comparatively, the national average for high school graduates is about 88.3%, and around 33.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Within New York State, the averages are approximately 87.7% for high school diplomas and 36.6% for bachelor's degrees or higher.

This indicates that Clinton County is slightly above the national average for high school graduates but falls below both the state and national averages in terms of bachelor's degree attainment.

Sources:

• U.S. Census Bureau
• National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
• New York State Education Department

As of the latest data, Clinton County, NY, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 60.1%, with an unemployment rate around 5.2%. The top industries include healthcare and social assistance (accounting for about 20% of employment), manufacturing (16%), and retail trade (12%). The county's employment distribution differs from national and New York state averages, where healthcare and social assistance usually dominate, but retail often surpasses manufacturing.

Nationally, healthcare and social assistance represent around 14.6% of the workforce, while retail trade and manufacturing employ about 10% and 8.5%, respectively. In New York State, the healthcare sector is larger, employing approximately 18%, with retail and manufacturing at 9.5% and 5.5%.

The significant role of manufacturing in Clinton County highlights its unique industrial base compared to broader trends.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Clinton County, NY is approximately $63,000 per year. In contrast, the median household income across the United States is about $68,700, and the average for New York State is roughly $72,100. This indicates that Clinton County's average income is below both the national and state averages.

Here's a statistics table for easy comparison:

This comparative analysis shows that residents in Clinton County generally earn less than both the national and state income averages.

As of the most recent statistics available, Clinton County, NY, has a crime rate that is generally lower than the national average. In 2021, the crime rate per 1,000 residents was approximately 15.5. Below is a table showing the breakdown of various types of crimes reported:

These figures are approximations and can fluctuate. Local law enforcement agencies continue to work on reducing crime through community initiatives and increased patrols.