Clifton Heights, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Clifton Heights is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 6,821. Residents earn $69,940 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,821 Population 10,827/sq mi density
$69,940 Median Income $29,255 per capita
$189,100 Home Value $256,298 Zillow
$1,191 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
870 Violent Crime/100K 2,145 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$69,940 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,100 home value, $1,191/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
870 violent crimes/100K (129% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,940
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,100
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 870/100K
129% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,191
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,821
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density10,827/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,940
Per Capita$29,255
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,100
Rent$1,191
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$256,298

Crime

F
Violent870/100K
Property2,145/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault750/100K
Burglary300/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation171 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries28

Is Clifton Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clifton Heights receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment. Clifton Heights has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clifton Heights is $69,940, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clifton Heights is $189,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,191 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 870 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,145 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clifton Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Clifton Heights has a population of 6,821 with a density of 10,827 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.8%), with 37.7% Black.

Population

6,821
Total Population
10,827
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clifton Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clifton Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clifton Heights is $69,940, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Clifton Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,940
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Clifton Heights is $189,100, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,191 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,298.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,100
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$256,298
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$207
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.8%
Price Drops15.8%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,191
2% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,471

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate5.33%

Health Metrics: Clifton Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Clifton Heights has a violent crime rate of 870 per 100,000 residents, 129% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,145 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Clifton Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent870.1/100K
129% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery120.0/100K
Assault750.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,145.2/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary300.0/100K
Theft1,755.2/100K
Vehicle Theft90.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clifton Heights has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density10,827/sq mi
Coordinates39.9302°N, 75.2958°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,827/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home9.3%

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