Plattsburgh
RANK #309 / 996 NAT · #19 / 45 NY · POP 79,839
1YR FORECAST: +1.4%
5YR OUTLOOK: +29%
Plattsburgh, the county seat of Clinton County, New York, is notable for its significant role in American history, particularly during the War of 1812. The Macdonough Monument stands in Plattsburgh, commemorating a crucial American victory. Located in the northeastern corner of New York, Clinton County borders Quebec, Canada, to the north and Vermont to the east, with Lake Champlain forming much of the eastern boundary. The county is part of the Adirondack Coast, offering access to Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, providing opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and skiing. Commute times average around 20.4 minutes for residents.
Life in Clinton County offers access to natural scenery and outdoor activities. The county is home to Plattsburgh City Beach, one of the largest freshwater beaches in America, and Point Au Roche State Park, which features trails and lake access. Educational institutions include Plattsburgh State University College and Clinton Community College. The economy has seen job growth in recent years, with manufacturing and healthcare being significant employment sectors. There is also ongoing investment in infrastructure and development projects across various sectors.
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 3.5x — home prices are low 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 →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Bull Run Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
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$449M | Proposed |
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North Country Wind Farm
Terra-Gen
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$360M | Under Construction |
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Marble River Wind Farm
EDP Renewables
|
$215M | Operating |
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Valcour Storage
Undisclosed
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$150M | Planned |
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Leo Energy Storage
Undisclosed
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$75M | Planned |
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Community Solar Portfolio (Multiple Projects)
Various
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$50M | Operating/Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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With a Boom Town Index score of 69/100, Clinton County sits in the upper half of all 996 ranked counties. and median household income stands at $67,097 — indicators that suggest solid fundamentals even if it's not among the fastest-growing counties in NY.
By national standards, Clinton County is quite affordable. Homes here have a median value of $165,200, and the income-to-home-value ratio of 0.41 is well above the U.S. average — especially with median rent at just $944/month. Residents can generally buy a home without being cost-burdened.
Clinton County's job market is contracting (-1.4% YoY) while population is roughly stable (-0.3% change). Home values are +3.8% over the past 12 months. Hiring headwinds without an offsetting exodus — residents are staying, but local employers are shedding payroll.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 4.09% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Clinton County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.