Clinton, Dutchess County, New York facts for kids
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Clinton, New York
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Location of Clinton, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Dutchess |
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| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 38.8 sq mi (100.5 km2) |
| • Land | 38.1 sq mi (98.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km2) |
| Elevation | 390 ft (120 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,037 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-16408 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978841 |
Clinton is a lovely town located in Dutchess County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 4,037 people called Clinton home.
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History of Clinton
The town of Clinton has a rich history! Its current borders were decided in 1821. Long ago, in 1697, this area was part of a big land grant from the British. It was known as the Great Nine Partners Patent. In 1734, people even surveyed the land. They wanted to find the best soil for farming.
Early Settlements and Naming
In 1737, the land was divided into smaller areas called 'precincts'. Clinton was first part of the Charlotte precinct. Later, in 1788, it became its own town. It was named after Governor George Clinton, an important leader. In 1821, Clinton's size changed again. This happened when the towns of Pleasant Valley and Hyde Park were formed.
Who Settled Here?
Early European settlers came to Clinton from two main directions. In the early 1700s, Rhinebeck was a large settlement. It used the Hudson River for travel and trade. To the east, Amenia and Wassaic also attracted settlers. In 1718, a road was built to connect these areas.
In 1748, road planners met at Crum Elbow Creek. They talked about an "old wissasiek road" that had been there for 30 years. Homes of early settlers, like Mordecai Lester, were landmarks along this road.
Besides Dutch and English settlers, German Palatines moved into western Clinton by the mid-1700s. By the 1770s, Quakers also moved to Clinton from the southeast.
Clinton in the Civil War
Clinton played a part in the American Civil War. Many men from Clinton joined the 128th and 150th regiments. After the war, dairy farmers brought their milk to a creamery. This creamery was in Clinton Corners, near the Poughkeepsie and Eastern Railway tracks.
The railway also went to Grove Amusement Park. This park was at Upton Lake. As cars became popular, the railway declined and the park closed. In the second half of the 1900s, Clinton changed. It became more of a residential area than a farming one.
Geography of Clinton
Clinton covers a total area of about 100.5 square kilometers (38.8 square miles). Most of this area, about 98.8 square kilometers (38.1 square miles), is land. The rest, about 1.7 square kilometers (0.7 square miles), is water.
The Taconic State Parkway is a major road that runs through the town.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 2,130 | — | |
| 1840 | 1,830 | −14.1% | |
| 1850 | 1,795 | −1.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,922 | 7.1% | |
| 1870 | 1,708 | −11.1% | |
| 1880 | 1,640 | −4.0% | |
| 1890 | 1,426 | −13.0% | |
| 1900 | 1,370 | −3.9% | |
| 1910 | 1,278 | −6.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,198 | −6.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,041 | −13.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,070 | 2.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,233 | 15.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,639 | 32.9% | |
| 1970 | 2,604 | 58.9% | |
| 1980 | 3,394 | 30.3% | |
| 1990 | 3,760 | 10.8% | |
| 2000 | 4,010 | 6.6% | |
| 2010 | 4,312 | 7.5% | |
| 2020 | 4,037 | −6.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 4,010 people living in Clinton. These people made up 1,502 households and 1,120 families. The town had about 104 people per square kilometer (270 per square mile).
Diversity in Clinton
Most people in Clinton were White (96.03%). There were also African American (1.60%), Native American (0.35%), and Asian (1.02%) residents. Some people identified with two or more races (0.77%). About 1.75% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Age Groups
About 34.3% of households had children under 18. Most households (65.1%) were married couples. About 19.2% of households were individuals living alone.
The average household had 2.63 people. The average family had 3.02 people. The median age in Clinton was 41 years old. About 24.7% of the population was under 18. About 11.4% were 65 or older.
Income in Clinton
In 2000, the median income for a household was $66,406. For a family, it was $71,908. The average income per person was $29,565. A small number of families (3.4%) and people (3.7%) lived below the poverty line.
Communities in Clinton
Clinton is made up of several smaller communities, often called hamlets:
- Bulls Head – A hamlet in the northeast part of town.
- Clinton Corners – A hamlet in the southeast part of town.
- Clinton Hollow – A hamlet in the south-central part of town.
- Frost Mills – A hamlet near the middle of the western town line.
- Hibernia – A hamlet in the southeast corner of the town.
- Pleasant Plains – A hamlet in the central-western part of the town.
- Schultzville – A hamlet in the north-central part of the town.
Notable People from Clinton
- Amy Goldman Fowler, (born 1954); a well-known writer and expert on gardening.
- Savannah Guthrie (born 1971); a famous broadcast journalist and lawyer.
See also
In Spanish: Clinton (condado de Dutchess, Nueva York) para niños
