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Clinton County, NY market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Clinton County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 78,138
- −2.0% since 2020
- Households
- 33,556
- Median household income
- $71,224
- +26.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $180,600
- Jobs located here
- 30,059
- Highest market score
- 70
- Spas and skin care, #208 of 1,769 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 78,138 people live in Clinton County, in 33,556 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Clinton County declined 2.0%, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median household income in Clinton County is $71,224 a year, 12% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 26.4% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Clinton County spend the most on groceries (an index of 102, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on pets (65).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Clinton County are for spas and skin care studios (70), optometrists and eye clinics (67) and home repair companies (67). Clinton County ranks #208 of 1,769 scored counties for spas and skin care studios.
Clinton County is part of the Plattsburgh area. For its number of households, Clinton County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for funeral homes (71% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for spas and skin care studios (58% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Clinton County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Clinton County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spas and skin care | 70 | #208 of 1,769 | 16 | 4.8 | $2M | 223 | 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 67 | #247 of 1,302 | 6 | 1.8 | $6.2M | 199 | 3 |
| Home repair trades | 67 | #290 of 2,057 | 29 | 8.6 | $3.4M | 139 | 40 |
| Electricians | 66 | #228 of 1,160 | 7 | 2.1 | $14M | 116 | 12 |
| Gyms | 66 | #313 of 1,792 | 17 | 5.1 | $1.5M | 119 | 4 |
| Property management | 65 | #197 of 910 | 6 | 1.8 | Index only | 171 | 9 |
| Roofing and gutters | 65 | #237 of 1,177 | 5 | 1.5 | $19.6M | 231 | 6 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 65 | #332 of 1,707 | 17 | 5.1 | $5.8M | 121 | 22 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 64 | #396 of 2,176 | 60 | 17.9 | Index only | 174 | 10 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 63 | #302 of 1,334 | 11 | 3.3 | $2.4M | 119 | 3 |
| Nail salons | 63 | #325 of 1,328 | 13 | 3.9 | $2.4M | 144 | 3 |
| Chiropractors | 63 | #367 of 1,490 | 9 | 2.7 | $4.1M | 173 | 5 |
| Barbershops | 63 | #375 of 1,356 | 7 | 2.1 | $4.5M | 237 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | 62 | #461 of 1,530 | 5 | 1.5 | $5.4M | 217 | 3 |
| Real estate | 62 | #503 of 2,229 | 69 | 20.6 | Index only | 191 | 23 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 62 | #524 of 2,088 | 34 | 10.1 | $775K | 117 | 7 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 58 | #810 of 2,222 | 35 | 10.4 | $3.5M | 115 | 53 |
| Physical therapy | 57 | #527 of 1,422 | 13 | 3.9 | $2.9M | 119 | 5 |
| Grocery stores | 57 | #778 of 2,070 | 24 | 7.2 | $9M | 97 | 12 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 54 | #950 of 2,210 | 62 | 18.5 | $1.1M | 128 | 18 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 54 | #1,025 of 2,402 | 72 | 21.5 | $3M | 89 | 22 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 53 | #327 of 777 | 6 | 1.8 | $4.4M | 108 | 4 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 53 | #930 of 2,087 | 45 | 13.4 | $1.6M | 123 | 18 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 53 | #990 of 2,385 | 118 | 35.2 | $265K | 125 | 17 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 50 | #649 of 1,327 | 7 | 2.1 | $3.9M | 126 | 7 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 50 | #1,152 of 2,405 | 139 | 41.4 | $884K | 133 | 62 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 49 | #726 of 1,493 | 16 | 4.8 | $2.5M | 85 | 18 |
| Convenience stores | 48 | #1,201 of 2,261 | 41 | 12.2 | $5.3M | 67 | 10 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 48 | #1,261 of 2,405 | 291 | 86.7 | $422K | 114 | 139 |
| Child care and preschools | 47 | #885 of 1,611 | 15 | 4.5 | $1.1M | 110 | 26 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 47 | #930 of 1,656 | 19 | 5.7 | $2M | 110 | 36 |
| Pizza | 47 | #1,148 of 2,090 | 31 | 9.2 | $4M | 78 | 53 |
| Car washes and detailing | 45 | #850 of 1,451 | 12 | 3.6 | $2.3M | 90 | 3 |
| Veterinarians | 44 | #887 of 1,485 | 9 | 2.7 | $2.2M | 81 | 6 |
| Hair salons | 44 | #1,484 of 2,339 | 82 | 24.4 | $382K | 89 | 11 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 43 | #1,125 of 1,771 | 27 | 8.0 | $1.5M | 88 | 32 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 43 | #1,268 of 2,063 | 28 | 8.3 | $4.4M | 118 | 23 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 40 | #1,661 of 2,394 | 192 | 57.2 | $194K | 127 | 78 |
| Insurance agencies | 38 | #1,528 of 2,272 | 38 | 11.3 | $1.3M | 106 | 23 |
| Auto repair shops | 36 | #1,808 of 2,378 | 68 | 20.3 | $400K | 90 | 27 |
| House cleaning | 35 | #678 of 847 | 8 | 2.4 | $5M | 78 | 14 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 35 | #1,476 of 1,886 | 32 | 9.5 | $1.2M | 119 | 29 |
| Auto repair and car care | 35 | #1,840 of 2,401 | 119 | 35.5 | $228K | 85 | 37 |
| Pet businesses | 34 | #1,758 of 2,200 | 36 | 10.7 | $549K | 62 | 11 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 32 | #1,146 of 1,461 | 14 | 4.2 | $1.4M | 55 | 5 |
| Funeral homes | 29 | #1,233 of 1,472 | 12 | 3.6 | $382K | 56 | 9 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 26 | #1,720 of 1,889 | 42 | 12.5 | $2.9M | 71 | 23 |
| Gas stations | 16 | #2,271 of 2,358 | 54 | 16.1 | $1.2M | 50 | 50 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.2 | $17.5M | 140 | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 0.9 | Index only | 488 | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 0.9 | $13.3M | 130 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 0.9 | $6.6M | 145 | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.6 | $35.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 0.6 | $13.6M | Too few | 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Clinton County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $27.2M | $810 | 85 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $64.2M | $1,913 | 74 |
| Food away from home | $122.8M | $3,661 | 90 |
| Groceries | $216.4M | $6,450 | 102 |
| Personal care products and services | $31.3M | $932 | 93 |
| Child care and other personal services | $16.5M | $492 | 85 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $26.3M | $785 | 80 |
| Medical and dental services | $37.3M | $1,112 | 86 |
| Pets | $19.7M | $589 | 65 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $70.1M | $2,089 | 102 |
| Vehicle insurance | $50.6M | $1,506 | 77 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $97.8M | $2,913 | 97 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $40M | $1,193 | 84 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $570.8M | $17,009 | 102 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Clinton County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 78,138−2.0% since 2020
- Households
- 33,556
- Median age
- 42.3
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 69%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.7
- Land area
- 1,038 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 76
- Median household income
- $71,224+26.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $91,254
- Median home value
- $180,600
- Jobs located here
- 30,059
- Daytime population
- 74,633Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Clinton County, NY growing?
Population estimates put Clinton County at 78,138 people in 2025, down 2.0% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 33,556 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 26.4%, before inflation.
How much do households in Clinton County, NY spend?
Households in Clinton County spend about $570.8M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $216.4M on groceries and $122.8M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Clinton County runs highest on groceries (an index of 102, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on pets (65).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Clinton County, NY?
Of the business types scored in Clinton County, spas and skin care studios (70), optometrists and eye clinics (67) and home repair companies (67) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For spas and skin care studios, that ranks #208 of 1,769 scored counties.
How does Clinton County, NY compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Clinton County is $71,224, 12% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 2.0% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $180,600, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for funeral homes (71% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for spas and skin care studios (58% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 48 of the 56 business types have a score in Clinton County, each ranked against other counties.
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