Clinton County, Iowa
Clinton County stretches along the Mississippi River in eastern Iowa and has a population of around 46,000 residents, making it one of the more populated counties in the region.
Clinton, the county seat and largest city, has a history rooted in the lumber industry and was once a thriving lumber boom town. Today, the community is also known for its minor league baseball heritage and the LumberKings.
The Great River Road National Scenic Byway winds through Clinton County, offering scenic views that are especially appealing during the autumn foliage season. In nearby Camanche, the Mississippi River Museum highlights the region’s connection to the river and its local history.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Clinton County |
| County Seat | Clinton |
| Etymology | Named after DeWitt Clinton, New York Governor |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Clinton, DeWitt, Camanche, Low Moor, Elwood, Goose Lake, Grand Mound, Andover, Lost Nation |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 80, U.S. Highway 30, U.S. Highway 61, Iowa Highway 136 |
| FIPS Code | 19-045 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 703 square miles (land: 685 sq mi, water: 18 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Jackson County (North), Carroll County, Illinois (Northeast), Whiteside County, Illinois (East), Rock Island County, Illinois (Southeast), Scott County (South), Cedar County (Southwest), Jones County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 41.84°N, 90.19°W |
| Major Landmarks | Clinton LumberKings Stadium, Eagle Point Park, The Sawmill Museum, Lock and Dam 14 |
| Population | 46,000 |
