Clinton

🏞️ Clinton Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania is a historically rich and geographically diverse second-class township nestled in the northern part of the county. It’s known for its scenic landscapes, coal history, and tight-knit communities.

🗺️ Geography & Villages

• Total Area: ~39.5 sq mi (38.4 land, 1.1 water)
• Elevation: ~1,434 feet
• Villages: Includes Aldenville, Browndale (Forest City Station), and Creamton
• Natural Features: The Moosic Mountains form its western border, making it the only township in Wayne County with anthracite coal deposits

🏛️ History & Heritage

• Established: November 17, 1834, from parts of Canaan, Mount Pleasant, and Dyberry Townships
• Named for: New York Governor DeWitt Clinton
• Historic Highlights:
  • First sawmill built by Levi Norton in 1813
  • Home to a major tannery operated by Col. Zadock Pratt in the mid-1800s
  • Site of the Clinton Cut Glass Company in Aldenville (1905–1924)
  • Early settlers included Revolutionary War veterans and families from Connecticut and England

👥 Demographics

• Population: ~2,053 (2010 Census)
• Median Age: ~44.9 years
• Households: ~851, with an average size of 2.41 people
• Racial Makeup: ~98.5% White
• Median Household Income: ~$34,811
• Poverty Rate: ~9.6%, with higher rates among children and seniors

🏘️ Community & Services

• Township Type: Second-class township
• Government: Managed by a Board of Supervisors
• School Districts: Served by Western Wayne and Forest City Regional School Districts
• Emergency Services: Includes Browndale Fire Company and Forest City Area EMS

Clinton Township blends rugged mountain terrain with deep historical roots—from coal roads and cyclones to glassworks and Revolutionary tales. If you’d like, I can sketch out a visual timeline of its development or highlight its coal heritage in more detail.