Clinton

Clinton, Mississippi Overview

With a composite score of 53.3/100 and a B grade, Clinton ranks #4 of 20 cities in Mississippi. Its strongest showing is in Safety (91/100), while Outdoor Access (15/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Clinton

Clinton’s median household income of $70,913 is 34% above the Mississippi median of $52,985, and its 2.7% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.7%.

Safety in Clinton

Clinton’s violent crime rate of 109.3 per 100,000 is well below both the Mississippi rate of 270 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1229.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Clinton

The median home value is $220,400. Median monthly rent is $1,135. Renters spend 19.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Clinton

The adult obesity rate in Clinton is 35.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.6%. Residents report an average of 15.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Mississippi ranks #47 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Clinton

Clinton has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 16:1. Per-pupil spending of $9,681 falls below the national median. The city has 7 public schools serving 5,187 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Clinton

Summers in Clinton are hot, averaging 85.6°F. Summers average 85.6°F. Winters average 55.1°F. Annual precipitation is 41 inches.

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