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Clifton Forge, VA
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Clifton Forge, VA
At a Glance
How Clifton Forge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clifton Forge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clifton Forge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clifton Forge residents earn a median household income of $33,107 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,530. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 293 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clifton Forge is $106,900 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $138,927. Median rent is $636/month, with 30.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1941.
Safety & Crime
Clifton Forge reports 231 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,241/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Clifton Forge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clifton Forge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.