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Clinton, Missouri

Introduction to Clinton, Missouri

Clinton, Missouri, in Henry county, is located 60 miles SE of Independence, Missouri (center to center) and is 66 miles SE of Kansas City, Missouri. The city has a population of 9,311.

Clinton History

Clinton was established as a village in 1836. In the same year, it also became the county seat of Rives County, which is now known as Henry County. Clinton was named in honor of DeWitt Clinton, the governor of New York. The first tavern and hotel of the area was opened in 1837 by John Nave. It was named as Pollard’s Tavern. The courthouse was constructed in 1839. The Missouri – Kansas - Texas Railroad first entered the city in 1865. The first city hall was established in 1891.

Clinton and nearby Attractions

  • Henry County Museum
  • Eastgate Shopping Center
  • Bucksaw Marina
  • Harry S Truman State Park
  • Pleasant Hill Historical Society Museum
  • Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site

Things To Do In Clinton

Clinton is home to the Henry County Museum. One can enjoy shopping at the Eastgate Shopping Center. Festivals such as the Olde Glory Days are organized by the city every year in the month of June. The Katy Trail is ideal for horseback riding and hiking. The Truman Lake offers excellent facilities for boating, camping, and fishing. One can also plan a trip to the Pleasant Hill Historical Society Museum and Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site.

Clinton Transportation

Flights can be availed from Springfield - Branson Regional Airport.

Clinton Higher Education

Potential students can opt for Southwest Baptist University, Central Missouri State University, and Metropolitan Community College for higher education.

High Points

Clinton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Clinton Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Clinton Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 19%Clinton Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Clinton, MO

Comparing Clinton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens108
Female Share of the Population86
Age of the Population88
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Male Share of the Population35
Racial Diversity36
Well-Paid Single Women36
Well-Paid Single Men35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married44
Average Household Size23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty35
People in Middle Class or Better35
College Educated Adults25
Median Family Income13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times89
Walking and Biking to Work58
Working at Home44
Public Transportation Use14

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents95
Affordability of Property Taxes94
People Living Alone97
Seasonal and Vacation Housing77
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
Housing Recently Built56

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