Port Clinton, Ohio facts for kids
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Port Clinton, Ohio
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Downtown Port Clinton
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Location of Port Clinton in Ottawa County
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 Port Clinton, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Port Clinton, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Ohio | ||
| County | Ottawa | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2.36 sq mi (6.12 km2) | ||
| • Land | 2.13 sq mi (5.52 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.23 sq mi (0.60 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 6,025 | ||
| • Density | 2,827.31/sq mi (1,091.88/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP codes |
43452
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| Area code(s) | 419 | ||
| FIPS code | 39-64150 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2396253 | ||
| Website | www.portclinton.com | ||
Port Clinton is a city in Ohio, United States. It is the main city of Ottawa County. You can find it where the Portage River meets Lake Erie.
In 2020, about 6,025 people lived there. Port Clinton is sometimes called the "Walleye Capital of the World." This is because Lake Erie has many walleye fish. Every New Year's Eve, the city celebrates with a special "Walleye Drop" event.
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Exploring Port Clinton's Past
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Port Clinton was founded in 1828. It was named after DeWitt Clinton, who was the governor of New York. He helped build the Erie Canal. This canal connected the Great Lakes to the Hudson River. It made it easier to move goods and people.
The city grew slowly in the 1800s. In 1880, about 1,600 people lived there. By 1890, the population was 2,049. In 1886, Port Clinton had three newspapers and four churches. There was also one bank. Many businesses helped local farmers.
In the 1900s, Port Clinton's population increased more. This was partly because of more tourism. The area became known as "Vacationland." In 2000, 6,391 people called Port Clinton home.
Where is Port Clinton Located?
Port Clinton is a city with both land and water. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 2.28 square miles (5.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 0.20 square miles (0.52 square kilometers) is water.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 249 | — | |
| 1870 | 543 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,600 | 194.7% | |
| 1890 | 2,049 | 28.1% | |
| 1900 | 2,450 | 19.6% | |
| 1910 | 3,007 | 22.7% | |
| 1920 | 3,928 | 30.6% | |
| 1930 | 4,408 | 12.2% | |
| 1940 | 4,505 | 2.2% | |
| 1950 | 5,541 | 23.0% | |
| 1960 | 6,870 | 24.0% | |
| 1970 | 7,202 | 4.8% | |
| 1980 | 7,229 | 0.4% | |
| 1990 | 7,106 | −1.7% | |
| 2000 | 6,391 | −10.1% | |
| 2010 | 6,056 | −5.2% | |
| 2020 | 6,025 | −0.5% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 5,978 | −1.3% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 6,056 people living in Port Clinton. There were 2,633 households. A household is a group of people living in one home.
Most people in Port Clinton were White (93.3%). About 2.3% were African American. About 7.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was 41.5 years old. About 22.1% of residents were under 18. About 17.6% were 65 or older.
What Drives Port Clinton's Economy?
Port Clinton's economy relies a lot on Lake Erie. Fishing, boating, and tourism are very important. The area is known as "Vacationland" or "Lake Erie's Shores and Islands."
Many tourists visit nearby places like Cedar Point, Put-in-Bay, and Kelleys Island. Port Clinton has hotels for these visitors. It is also where the Jet Express ferry leaves for Put-in-Bay.
Other events also bring visitors. The National Rifle Matches happen at Camp Perry. Birdwatchers come for the spring bird migration at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. These events help the local economy.
Learning and Schools
Port Clinton has its own school district. It includes:
- Bataan Memorial Elementary School
- Port Clinton Middle School
- Port Clinton High School
In 2012, a new middle school was built. The elementary school also got bigger.
The Ida Rupp Public Library serves Port Clinton. It also has smaller libraries in Marblehead and Put-in-Bay.
Local News and Radio
Port Clinton is part of the Sandusky radio market. It is also part of the Toledo TV market.
You can listen to WPCR - PortClintonRadio.com online. It shares local news, sports, and weather. It also has fishing reports.
The city's daily newspaper is the Port Clinton News Herald. The Sandusky Register is a larger regional newspaper that also covers Port Clinton.
Famous People from Port Clinton
- Robert Putnam: A political scientist and author. He teaches at Harvard University.
- Chris Redfern: A politician who used to lead the Ohio Democratic Party.
- Henry Semon: A state legislator from Oregon.
- Louis C. Shepard: An American Civil War hero who received the Medal of Honor.
See also
In Spanish: Port Clinton (Ohio) para niños
