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Clifford, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Clifford is a small town in Michigan with a population of 297. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
297 Population 197/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $28,871 per capita
$106,300 Home Value $194,857 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $875/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Clifford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population297
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$28,871
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$3,258M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,857
Housing Units127
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.6%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries13

Is Clifford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clifford receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Clifford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clifford is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clifford is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Clifford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clifford has a population of 297 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

297
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Clifford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clifford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clifford is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Clifford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,871
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$68,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,258M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare207
Retail244
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Clifford is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,857.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,857

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.30%
In Clifford, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clifford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,766
Dentists1:1,850
Mental Health1:614
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death8,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities207
Clifford has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall41.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates43.3151°N, 83.1796°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities207
Restaurants141
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone76.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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