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Clifton, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Clifton is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,420. Elevation: 1,440 ft (439 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,420 Population 0/sq mi density
1,440 ft Elevation 439 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$17,001 Median Income
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Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$17,001 median income, 7.7% unemployment
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Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$138,000 home value, $690/mo rent

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About Clifton

Clifton

Clifton is a rural town and locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Clifton had a population of 1,490 people.

People

Population1,420
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$17,001
Per Capita$17,001
Unemployment7.7%

Housing

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Home Value$138,000
Rent$690
Ownership70.7%
Housing Units568

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation1,440 ft (439 m)
Population1,420
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,440 ft (439 m)
Coordinates-27.9337°, 151.9066°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (677 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,001
Median Age49.0 years

About Clifton

Clifton is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 1,420. The city sits at an elevation of 1,440 feet (439 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Clifton has a population of 1,420 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,522.0 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,420
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
3,522.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Clifton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Clifton is $17,001, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $327, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 135 business establishments.

Income: Clifton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,001
77% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,001
Avg Weekly Wage$327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)135

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Clifton is $138,000, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below the national average of $1,163). 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 568 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,000
51% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units568

Property Tax

Clifton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,440 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,440 ft (439 m)
Area3,522.0 sq mi (9,122.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-27.9337°N, 151.9066°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.02"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.06"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
February 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Clifton has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 50°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Clifton

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Clifton State High School - - - -
Clifton State School - - - -
St Francis de Sales Primary School - - - -
Ryeford State School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Clifton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Clifton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Allora History Museum
Allora Regional Sports Museum
Clifton Historical Museum
Sister Kenny House

Libraries in Clifton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allora Branch Office Library0.0
Clifton Library0.0

Cafes in Clifton

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clifton Take Away

Zoos in Clifton

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Darling Downs Zoo

Veterinaries in Clifton

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clifton Veterinary

Train Stations in Clifton

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clifton

Gas Stations in Clifton

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clifton Auto Electrical & Mechanical

Banks in Clifton

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

National Australia Bank Clifton Branch

Airports Near Clifton

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toowoomba Wellcamp AirportWTBLarge Airport
Oakey Army Aviation CentreOKYMedium Airport
Aratula Airstrip-Small Airport
Argyle Airstrip-Small Airport
Blenheim Airstrip-Small Airport
Cambooya Airfield-Small Airport
Cherrabah AirportCRHSmall Airport
Churchable Airstrip-Small Airport
Clifton Airport-Small Airport
Coominya-Small Airport
Crowley Vale private airfield-Small Airport
Ellinthorp Airstrip-Small Airport
Emu Gully (Toowoomba) Airfield-Small Airport
Gatton Airpark-Small Airport
Greenmount ALA-Small Airport
McCaffrey Field-Small Airport
Millmerran Airport-Small Airport
Mount Walker airstrip-Small Airport
Pittsworth Airport-Small Airport
Stanthorpe AirportSNHSmall Airport
Toowoomba AirportTWBSmall Airport
Warwick AirportWAZSmall Airport

Post Offices in Clifton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Clifton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Clifton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Anglican Church
Saints James & John Church
St Andrews

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Brisbane

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clifton

What is the population of Clifton?

Clifton has a population of 1,420 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,522.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Clifton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,001, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $138,000 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Clifton?

Clifton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in Clifton?

The unemployment rate in Clifton is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $327. There are 135 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Clifton?

The median home value in Clifton is $138,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $690. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.

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