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RANK #529 / 996 NAT · #44 / 49 OH · POP 208,851
1YR FORECAST: +1.6%
5YR OUTLOOK: +23%
Clermont County, Ohio, named for the "clear mountains and hills" French explorers observed, is situated in southwestern Ohio, approximately 20 minutes east of downtown Cincinnati. This location provides a blend of suburban amenities and rural landscapes, with rolling hills and waterways. Milford, the largest city, and Batavia, the county seat, are notable towns. Commuting to Cincinnati is facilitated by the I-275 beltway, connecting to major interstates. The county also offers extensive outdoor recreation, including East Fork State Park, the Cincinnati Nature Center, and the Little Miami Scenic Trail, popular for hiking, biking, and paddling.
Life in the county offers a family-oriented environment with a focus on education, including ten public school districts and higher education options like UC Clermont College. Recent economic developments show growth in commercial and residential construction, with a record number of building permits issued in recent years. Investment is also evident in advanced materials and manufacturing, professional business services, and infrastructure improvements, including significant upgrades to State Route 32. These developments contribute to a growing community that attracts families and professionals seeking a balance of convenience and natural surroundings.
Above national median (4.7x)
Above national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 5.8x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Eastern Cincinnati Innovation Park
Clermont County CIC
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$750M | Proposed |
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Stonelick Ridge (808-home subdivision)
Dan Griffin (developer)
|
$200M | Proposed |
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Clear Mountain Energy Center (Solar Farm with Battery Storage)
Savion
|
$100M | Approved |
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Project Comida (Dainty Foods)
Dainty Foods
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$85M | Under Construction |
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SR 32 & Bach-Buxton Road Interchange Improvements
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)
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$61M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Clermont County scores 46/100 on the Boom Town Index, landing in the middle of the pack among 996 U.S. counties (#529). Median household income is $79,573 and job growth is running at +1.0%. The data points to a county with mixed signals — some positive indicators alongside areas that lag faster-growing peers.
By national standards, Clermont County is quite affordable. Homes here have a median value of $224,800, and the income-to-home-value ratio of 0.35 is well above the U.S. average — especially with median rent at just $984/month. Residents can generally buy a home without being cost-burdened.
Clermont County's population is growing — up +0.6% YoY — while the job market is roughly flat (employment change of +1.0%). Home values shifted +2.9% over the past year. In-migration is outpacing local hiring, which often points to remote workers or retirees driving the headcount.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.6% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Clermont County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.