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Clifford, ND

North Dakota

Clifford is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 56. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
56 Population 400/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $45,839 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
$486 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $486/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $486
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$45,839
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$634M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$486
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units24
Rent Burden28.3%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries1

Is Clifford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clifford receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Clifford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clifford is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clifford is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $486 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Clifford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clifford has a population of 56 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

56
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clifford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clifford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clifford is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Clifford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,839
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$90,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare18
Retail37
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,990
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clifford is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $486 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$486
58% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,990
43% above US avg
Effective Rate6.44%
Clifford has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.4°F
27% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates47.3482°N, 97.4101°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants27
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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