Clinton County Public RecordsKentucky

As of 2023, Clinton County, KY has a population of approximately 9,000. The median age is 42 years. About 49% of residents are female and 51% are male. The racial composition is predominantly White (94%), with small percentages of Hispanic or Latino (2%), Black or African American (1%), and other races (3%). The county features a relatively aging population and limited ethnic diversity.

As of 2024, Clinton County, KY, has approximately 6,700 registered voters. The county participates in primary, general, and special elections, with recent turnout around 45%. In the 2020 presidential election, over 85% voted Republican, reflecting the GOP's local dominance, with Democrats and independents making up the remainder. Voting takes place at locations like the Clinton County Courthouse and South Kentucky RECC. Common issues include jobs, healthcare, and infrastructure. The county clerk’s office administers elections. Republican and Democratic parties both have local presence, though Republican registration (about 75%) far exceeds Democratic.

Clinton County, KY, has one public high school—Clinton County High School—with around 500 students. The district serves about 1,700 students across four schools total. About 72% of adults hold a high school diploma, while only 9% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district's average test score is below the state median. School safety initiatives and drug prevention programs are in place. Clinton County offers career and technical education programs, but limited access to advanced placement courses. Adult education, including GED classes, is available through local community centers.

As of 2022, Clinton County, KY has an employment rate of approximately 49.2%. The leading industries are manufacturing (22.1%), health care and social assistance (15.3%), and retail trade (12%). Major occupation types include production (20.8%), sales/office (19.5%), and service occupations (16.9%). About 76% of workers commute alone by car, with an average commute time of 23 minutes; most work within the county, but around 22% are employed in neighboring counties, particularly Wayne and Cumberland.

Clinton County, KY, has a homeownership rate around 71%, with median home values near $103,000 and median gross rents about $610 per month. Housing consists mainly of single-family homes, with some mobile homes and apartments. The market has seen steady value increases of roughly 5% annually since 2021. Notable neighborhoods include Albany and Static, offering quiet, rural living. Property tax rates are low, averaging 0.58% of assessed home value, resulting in annual taxes of approximately $600 for a median-priced home. The area maintains affordability and a strong sense of community.

Clinton County, KY, has a crime rate lower than the national average. According to recent data, the county records about 10 crimes per 1,000 residents annually, with property crimes (such as theft and burglary) making up approximately 80% of reported cases, and violent crimes (including assault) accounting for around 2 per 1,000 residents. Local law enforcement regularly publishes crime reports, ensuring transparency and community awareness. Most incidents occur in clustered areas, and the overall crime trend has remained relatively stable over the past year.