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Clinton County, Michigan
Clinton County, Michigan. Clinton County had 80,432 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.6% since 2020, faster than Michigan (+0.5%). It holds 32 places (12 cities, villages and boroughs, 16 towns and townships and 4 census-designated) and 23 census tracts. GEOID 26037.
Clinton County is one of the 3 counties of the Lansing-East Lansing, MI metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
80,432
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 79,128 · ACS 2020-2024: 79,626
Median household income
$88,210
±$4,115 (90% margin)
Michigan: $72,875
Median home value
$259,500
±$8,575 (90% margin)
Michigan: $231,600
Median gross rent
$1,092
±$43 (90% margin)
Michigan: $1,129
How many people live in Clinton County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 79,128 residents in Clinton County. The Census Bureau estimates 80,432 for July 1, 2025, up 1.6% since 2020, faster than Michigan (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 79,626 over 567 square miles of land.
| Measure | Clinton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 79,626 | 10,077,761 | +1,237 |
| Households | 31,639±284 | 4,076,369 | +1,911 |
| Average household size | 2.49±0.02 | 2.42 | −0.12 |
| Housing units | 33,315±58 | 4,622,236 | +1,579 |
Clinton County's population since 2000
From 64,753 in 2000 to 80,432 in 2025: up 24.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Clinton County?
Clinton County holds 32 places: 12 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 16 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is DeWitt Charter Township with 15,516 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| DeWitt Charter Township | 15,073 | $96,824 |
|---|---|---|
| Bath Charter Township | 13,292 | $75,541 |
| St. Johns | 7,698 | $68,728 |
| Watertown Charter Township | 5,563 | $114,870 |
| DeWitt | 4,776 | $110,341 |
| Victor Township | 3,463 | $106,343 |
| Bingham Township, Clinton County | 2,919 | $77,273 |
| Bath | 2,841 | $60,417 |
| Eagle Township | 2,776 | $91,582 |
| Olive Township, Clinton County | 2,535 | $101,500 |
| East Lansing | 47,741 | $45,687 |
| Westphalia Township | 2,444 | $92,065 |
| Dallas Township | 2,411 | $84,200 |
| Duplain Township | 2,303 | $63,177 |
| Ovid Township, Clinton County | 2,188 | $105,588 |
| Greenbush Township, Clinton County | 2,143 | $71,607 |
| Riley Township, Clinton County | 2,020 | $95,000 |
| Essex Township | 1,827 | $71,488 |
| WacoustaGEOID 2682680 | 1,532 | $109,250 |
| Ovid | 1,481 | $50,145 |
| Fowler | 1,226 | $74,282 |
| Bengal Township | 1,138 | $91,250 |
| Lake VictoriaGEOID 2645190 | 984 | $120,156 |
| Elsie | 930 | $59,318 |
| Westphalia | 924 | $77,386 |
| Lebanon Township | 597 | $80,313 |
| Maple Rapids | 573 | $51,786 |
| EurekaGEOID 2626500 | 233 | $78,750 |
| EagleGEOID 2623560 | 122 | $83,750 |
| Hubbardston | 369 | $83,750 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | $54,382 |
| Grand Ledge | 7,784 | $68,980 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Clinton County?
The median resident of Clinton County is 41.8 years old; 21.4% are under 18 and 18.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 87.3%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 5.2%. 2.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Clinton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.8±0.4 | 40.2 | +1.2 |
| Under 18 years | 21.4% | 21.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.8%±0.1 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.2% | 5.9% | +0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 87.3%±0.4 pts | 72.4% | −2.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.8%±0.2 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.2 pts | 3.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.4%±0.5 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.7%±0.3 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.5%±0.6 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.5%±0.6 pts | 5.8% | – |
| With a disability | 12.9%±0.8 pts | 14.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 2.9%±0.6 pts | 4.9% | −1.3 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.3%±0.7 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 35.4%±1.7 pts | 32.4% | +3.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 13.9%±1.1 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.2%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Clinton County earn?
Half of Clinton County's 31,639 households earn less than $88,210 a year (±$4,115), against $72,875 in Michigan. In 2015-2019 it was $86,629 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Clinton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $88,210±$4,115 | $72,875 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $112,690±$4,244 | $98,700 | – |
| Per capita income | $45,810±$1,605 | $40,735 | +$3,030 |
| People below the poverty line | 9.7%±1.1 pts | 13.2% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 11.6%±3.5 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.6%±0.7 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 90.3%±0.9 pts | 90.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Clinton County?
Owners occupy 82.2% of Clinton County's occupied homes and renters 17.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $259,500 by its owner (±$8,575). The median renter pays $1,092 a month including utilities, and 36.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Clinton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $259,500±$8,575 | $231,600 | +$46,836 |
| Median gross rent | $1,092±$43 | $1,129 | +$59 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 36.3%±4.6 pts | 41.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,726±$45 | $1,569 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 82.2%±1.2 pts | 73.2% | +2.2 pts |
| Housing units | 33,315±58 | 4,622,236 | +1,579 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.6%±3.1 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 77.2%±1.0 pts | 72.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 6.1%±0.7 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.5%±0.4 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 16.1%±1.1 pts | 14.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Clinton County building?
Builders took permits for 197 new housing units across Clinton County in 2025 (189 single-family), 2.4 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Clinton County get to work?
76.0% of Clinton County's workers drive alone and 16.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | Clinton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.9%±1.0 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±0.8 pts | 5.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.0%±1.6 pts | 74.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 5.3%±0.8 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 16.3%±1.3 pts | 13.5% | +11.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.9 min±0.8 | 24.2 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Clinton County's census tracts?
Clinton County is divided into 23 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $37,539 (Tract 112) to $123,889 (Tract 102.04).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Clinton County compare with Michigan's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 25th of 83 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 33rd of 83 |
| Residents per square mile | 23rd of 83 |
| Median household income | 6th of 83 |
| Median home value | 13th of 83 |
| Median gross rent | 13th of 83 |
| Poverty rate | 70th of 83 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16th of 83 |
| Median age | 56th of 83 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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