Clinton

MS

Hinds County, Mississippi

Population 219K |Median income $49,402 |6 hospitals

Population
218,533
Hinds County
Median Income
$49,402
-27% vs avg
Median Home Value
$159,900
-30% vs avg
Median Age
36.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
219K-11%
Median Income
$49,402+31%
Median Home Value
$159,900+50%
Poverty Rate
22.7%-10%
Unemployment
7.5%-33%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,061/mo
Poverty Rate
22.7% +60% vs avg
Unemployment 7.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.2%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

African American 71.9%
White 23.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
47.9%
Obesity
44%
Short Sleep Duration
43.1%
Physical Inactivity
34.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Diabetes
17%
Current Smoking
15.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.2%
Binge Drinking
12%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.5%
Dental Visit 8.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
4.9%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
2
★
2
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
5
G. V. (SONNY) MONTGOMERY VA MEDICAL CENTER (JACKSON)
JACKSON · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI MED CENTER
JACKSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
MISSISSIPPI BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
JACKSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
ST DOMINIC-JACKSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
JACKSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆
MERIT HEALTH CENTRAL
JACKSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Clinton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Clinton, MS? ▼
Clinton, MS has a population of 218,533 people, located in Hinds County, Mississippi.
What is the median household income in Clinton? ▼
The median household income in Clinton, MS is $49,402 per year. The poverty rate is 22.7%.
What is the median home value in Clinton? ▼
The median home value in Clinton, MS is $159,900. Median rent is $1,061/month.
What are the top health concerns in Clinton? ▼
The top health indicators in Clinton include High Blood Pressure (47.9%), Obesity (44%), Short Sleep Duration (43.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Clinton? ▼
Clinton has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Clinton? ▼
The median age in Clinton, MS is 36.9 years. 31.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Clinton, MS is located in Hinds County, Mississippi. With a population of 219K and a median household income of $49,402, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Clinton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Hinds County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.