Clinton County, Michigan Housing Market
In Clinton County, Michigan, the median home value is $259,500, with a median monthly rent of $1,092. This places Clinton County at #839 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #13 within Michigan.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,062
- Establishments: 1,465
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 189
- Multi-family: 8
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 33,702 (avg $94,723)
- Outflow: 32,514 (avg $94,743)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Clinton County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48835 | 204.1 | +27.22% | 2025 |
| 2 | 48822 | 251.6 | +18.73% | 2025 |
| 3 | 48894 | 206.0 | — | 2025 |
| 4 | 48906 | 196.7 | +2.15% | 2025 |
| 5 | 48866 | 192.1 | +5.85% | 2025 |
| 6 | 48840 | 204.0 | +1.75% | 2025 |
| 7 | 48820 | 199.6 | +5.32% | 2025 |
| 8 | 48837 | 195.3 | +4.47% | 2025 |
| 9 | 48823 | 199.9 | +4.25% | 2025 |
| 10 | 48848 | 193.8 | +0.39% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Clinton County | Michigan Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,500 | $197,292 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,092 | $905 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 82.2% | 80.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 19.8 | 17.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Clinton County is 31.5% above the Michigan state average and 14.0% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,092/month is 20.7% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 19.8, the buy-vs-rent decision in Clinton County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Clinton County has an owner-occupancy rate of 82.2%, compared to 80.2% in Michigan and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winneshiek County | Iowa | $259,200 | $861 |
| Meagher County | Montana | $259,800 | $1,263 |
| Staunton city | Virginia | $259,200 | $1,024 |
| Guilford County | North Carolina | $259,900 | $1,163 |
| Hamilton County | New York | $260,200 | $912 |
Other Counties in Michigan
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antrim County | $255,500 | $902 | 86.4% |
| Barry County | $264,100 | $972 | 87.3% |
| Allegan County | $267,100 | $1,100 | 87.4% |
| Macomb County | $243,900 | $1,211 | 75.0% |
| Charlevoix County | $276,800 | $949 | 83.5% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).