RANK #243 / 996 · POP 208,851 · OH
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.8%
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.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Eastern Cincinnati Innovation Park
Clermont County CIC
|
$750M | Proposed |
|
Stonelick Ridge (808-home subdivision)
Dan Griffin (developer)
|
$200M | Proposed |
|
Clear Mountain Energy Center (Solar Farm with Battery Storage)
Savion
|
$100M | Approved |
|
Project Comida (Dainty Foods)
Dainty Foods
|
$85M | Under Construction |
|
SR 32 & Bach-Buxton Road Interchange Improvements
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)
|
$61M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Clermont County has a Boom Town Index score of 76/100, ranking #243 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.0% and a median household income of $79,573, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Clermont County is $224,800 with median rent at $984/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.354, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.0%. Home values changed +2.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.6% of Clermont County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.