Clinton (CDP), Connecticut facts for kids
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Clinton, Connecticut
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 Clinton (CDP), Connecticut
Location in Connecticut
Clinton (CDP), Connecticut
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Middlesex |
| Town | Clinton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.93 km2 (2.68 sq mi) |
| • Land | 6.20 km2 (2.39 sq mi) |
| • Water | 0.73 km2 (0.28 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 7 m (22 ft) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,441 |
| • Density | 555.3/km2 (1,438/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
06413
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| Area code(s) | 860/959 |
| FIPS code | 09-15420 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2378347 |
Clinton is a special area in the town of Clinton, Connecticut. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a part of a town that the government counts separately for population.
Clinton is located in Middlesex County. It sits in the southwest corner of the town. To the west, it's next to the town of Madison. The Hammonasset River forms this border. To the north, you'll find Interstate 95. South of Clinton is Clinton Harbor, which connects to Long Island Sound.
In 2020, about 3,441 people lived in this CDP. The entire town of Clinton had a population of 13,185.
Exploring Clinton's Village Center
What is a Historic District?
A historic district is a special area. It has buildings and places that are important to history. These areas are protected to keep their old look and feel. The Clinton Village Historic District is one such place.
Clinton Village Historic District
The Clinton Village Historic District covers about 120 acres. It's right in the middle of the village. This district helps preserve the history of Clinton. It shows what the area looked like in the past.
