Clinton, Missouri facts for kids
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Clinton, Missouri
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Henry County Courthouse in Clinton
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Location of Clinton, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Henry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.29 sq mi (24.05 km2) |
| • Land | 9.17 sq mi (23.75 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,174 |
| • Density | 1,000.33/sq mi (386.25/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
64735
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-14986 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393570 |
| Website | Official website: http://clintonmo.com/ |
Clinton is a city in Henry County, Missouri, United States. It is the main town and county seat of Henry County. In 2020, about 9,174 people lived here.
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History of Clinton
Clinton was first planned out in 1836. The city got its name from New York Governor DeWitt Clinton. He was famous for helping to build the Erie Canal. A post office opened in Clinton in 1850.
The railroad came to Clinton in 1870. At that time, about 840 people lived in the city. In 1878, Clinton officially became a "fourth-class city" in Missouri. This means it was the smallest type of city allowed by the state. Almost everyone who voted agreed to this change.
Important services like piped water, electricity, and paved roads arrived in the 1880s. A telephone system was set up in the 1890s.
In the early 1900s, Clinton and the rest of Henry County voted on whether to ban alcohol. This was part of a movement called prohibition. Clinton voted against banning alcohol, while the rest of the county voted for it. This meant different rules applied in the city compared to the county.
The town square is a very important part of Clinton. It is the center for businesses and public events. The square has seen some tough times. In 1876, a fire destroyed several buildings there. People thought it was set on purpose.
More recently, on June 26, 2006, a building on the square collapsed. This happened during a meeting of the Elks Lodge. Nine people were rescued from the fallen building. The community remembered the Lodge's leader, Tony Komer, in a parade held soon after.
Several historic buildings in Clinton are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Association Building and several old homes.
Geography of Clinton
Clinton covers an area of about 9.26 square miles (24.05 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The downtown square is the heart of the community. Many state highways, like Routes 13 and 7, meet in Clinton. This makes it a popular stop for travelers going between Springfield and Kansas City.
Climate in Clinton
Clinton, Missouri, experiences a varied climate throughout the year. Here is a summary of the weather conditions:
| Climate data for Clinton, Missouri (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1906–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 78 (26) |
83 (28) |
93 (34) |
96 (36) |
105 (41) |
111 (44) |
118 (48) |
116 (47) |
108 (42) |
97 (36) |
87 (31) |
77 (25) |
118 (48) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 64.4 (18.0) |
70.2 (21.2) |
78.3 (25.7) |
83.9 (28.8) |
88.5 (31.4) |
93.4 (34.1) |
98.4 (36.9) |
98.4 (36.9) |
93.5 (34.2) |
85.9 (29.9) |
74.5 (23.6) |
66.0 (18.9) |
100.3 (37.9) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 40.9 (4.9) |
46.4 (8.0) |
57.0 (13.9) |
66.9 (19.4) |
76.1 (24.5) |
84.9 (29.4) |
89.5 (31.9) |
88.8 (31.6) |
80.8 (27.1) |
69.3 (20.7) |
56.0 (13.3) |
44.7 (7.1) |
66.8 (19.3) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 30.2 (−1.0) |
34.9 (1.6) |
44.8 (7.1) |
54.8 (12.7) |
64.9 (18.3) |
74.4 (23.6) |
78.5 (25.8) |
77.1 (25.1) |
68.6 (20.3) |
56.7 (13.7) |
44.7 (7.1) |
34.3 (1.3) |
55.3 (12.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 19.4 (−7.0) |
23.3 (−4.8) |
32.7 (0.4) |
42.8 (6.0) |
53.8 (12.1) |
63.8 (17.7) |
67.4 (19.7) |
65.4 (18.6) |
56.4 (13.6) |
44.1 (6.7) |
33.4 (0.8) |
23.9 (−4.5) |
43.9 (6.6) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −0.2 (−17.9) |
4.2 (−15.4) |
14.3 (−9.8) |
26.6 (−3.0) |
37.9 (3.3) |
50.7 (10.4) |
57.2 (14.0) |
54.8 (12.7) |
40.4 (4.7) |
27.8 (−2.3) |
16.4 (−8.7) |
5.5 (−14.7) |
−4.9 (−20.5) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −22 (−30) |
−22 (−30) |
−12 (−24) |
10 (−12) |
27 (−3) |
40 (4) |
45 (7) |
42 (6) |
29 (−2) |
15 (−9) |
0 (−18) |
−31 (−35) |
−31 (−35) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.74 (44) |
2.15 (55) |
3.16 (80) |
4.58 (116) |
5.66 (144) |
5.07 (129) |
3.93 (100) |
4.03 (102) |
4.32 (110) |
3.29 (84) |
3.05 (77) |
2.35 (60) |
43.33 (1,101) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 4.6 (12) |
2.1 (5.3) |
2.0 (5.1) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.3 (0.76) |
2.0 (5.1) |
11.1 (28) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 6.2 | 6.3 | 9.5 | 11.1 | 12.1 | 9.7 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 9.1 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 102.1 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 2.4 | 1.6 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 1.4 | 6.9 |
| Source: NOAA | |||||||||||||
People in Clinton
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 610 | — | |
| 1880 | 2,868 | 370.2% | |
| 1890 | 4,737 | 65.2% | |
| 1900 | 5,061 | 6.8% | |
| 1910 | 4,992 | −1.4% | |
| 1920 | 5,098 | 2.1% | |
| 1930 | 5,744 | 12.7% | |
| 1940 | 6,041 | 5.2% | |
| 1950 | 6,075 | 0.6% | |
| 1960 | 6,925 | 14.0% | |
| 1970 | 7,504 | 8.4% | |
| 1980 | 8,366 | 11.5% | |
| 1990 | 8,703 | 4.0% | |
| 2000 | 9,311 | 7.0% | |
| 2010 | 9,008 | −3.3% | |
| 2020 | 9,174 | 1.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
How Many People Live Here?
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 9,174 people living in Clinton. There were 3,720 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people in Clinton are white, making up about 88.64% of the population. There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 7.31% of the population is made up of people from two or more races. About 4.2% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
About 23.1% of the people in Clinton are under 18 years old. About 19.2% are 65 years old or older. The average age in Clinton is about 40.2 years.
Education in Clinton
The Clinton School District runs five schools, including Clinton High School.
Clinton also has a public library. It is a part of the Henry County Library system.
Fun Things to Do in Clinton
In 2007, the Tour of Missouri bicycle race started its second stage from Clinton. The race began in the historic downtown square.
Clinton is at the very end of the Katy Trail. This is a long state park, about 225 miles long! People use it for biking, running, and horseback riding. The trail was built on an old railroad path.
The city is also close to Truman Lake. This lake is a great place for boating, fishing, and camping. Clinton also has two 18-hole golf courses for people who enjoy golfing.
Clinton has two radio stations. KDKD-FM plays country music, and KXEA plays popular adult contemporary music.
Getting Around Clinton
You can find intercity bus service in Clinton. Jefferson Lines provides bus routes to and from the city.
Famous People from Clinton
- Virgil Hill, an Olympic boxing silver medalist and member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
- Uel W. Lamkin, who was a school superintendent and college president.
- Steve Luebber, a professional baseball pitcher and coach.
- Nick Petree, a professional baseball player.
- Delbert Lee Scott, a politician and college president.
- David Steward, the founder and chairman of World Wide Technology.
See also
In Spanish: Clinton (Misuri) para niños
