Clinton County Public RecordsMichigan

Clinton County, Michigan, has over 56,000 registered voters as of 2024. The county conducts local, state, and federal elections, including primaries and general elections. In the 2020 presidential election, turnout reached about 74%, with Republicans receiving around 55% of the vote and Democrats 43%. There are more than 25 polling locations across townships and cities. Key issues include education funding and road infrastructure. Elections are overseen by the Clinton County Clerk’s Office, and major parties represented are Republican and Democratic, with minor party and nonpartisan candidates also participating.

Clinton County, MI, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 93%, surpassing the national average. Around 28% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county features 26 public schools, including several highly-rated high schools like DeWitt High School (GreatSchools score: 9/10). School safety initiatives are robust, with low incident rates. Adult education is supported through the Clinton County RESA. Advanced educational programs such as AP and dual enrollment are widely available, promoting college and career readiness across its student body.

As of 2022, Clinton County, MI, has an employment rate of approximately 63%. The largest industries include Health Care & Social Assistance (13.7%), Educational Services (12.8%), and Manufacturing (12.5%). The most common occupation types are Office & Administrative Support (12.3%), Sales (10.5%), and Management (10.2%). Around 85% of employed residents commute by car, with an average commute time of 24 minutes. Major employment locations include Lansing, DeWitt, and St. Johns, with many residents working in neighboring Ingham County’s urban centers.

Clinton County, MI, has a homeownership rate of about 81%, with median home values near $241,000 (2024). Median gross rent is approximately $1,030 per month. The market has seen property values rise by over 6% annually in recent years. Housing predominantly consists of single-family homes, with some apartments and townhouses in cities like DeWitt and St. Johns. Family-friendly neighborhoods feature parks and good schools. Property taxes average 1.63% of a home’s value, slightly above the Michigan average. The stable market and diverse housing options make Clinton County attractive for both buyers and renters.

As of 2022, Clinton County, MI, had an estimated population of 80,841. The median age is approximately 41 years. About 49.5% of residents are male and 50.5% female. The racial composition is predominantly White (89%), with smaller proportions of Black or African American (2.4%), Asian (1%), and individuals of two or more races (5.3%). Hispanic or Latino residents account for approximately 4.9% of the population.

Clinton County, MI, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to state and national averages. In 2022, the violent crime rate was approximately 102 incidents per 100,000 residents, significantly below Michigan's average of 478. Property crimes were reported at about 710 per 100,000, also lower than the state average. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office regularly releases crime statistics and encourages community reporting, contributing to effective policing. Overall, the county is considered a safe area, with most incidents involving non-violent offenses.