Median Income
$97,750
30% higher than US avg
Home Value
$286,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.5%
96% lower than US avg
How Clifton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population774
Median Age22.9 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A+
Median Income$97,750
Per Capita$29,231
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$201M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$286,500
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden20.0%
Health
Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Elevation4,847 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+99.2%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 10%
Commute27 min
Libraries1
Is Clifton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Clifton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Clifton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Clifton is $97,750, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Clifton is $286,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Clifton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Clifton has a population of 774 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 22.9 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).
Population
22.9yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Clifton is $97,750, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $97,750 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,231 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $738 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,206 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 180 |
| County GDP | $201M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
The median home value in Clifton is $286,500, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $286,500 |
| 2% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $692 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 20.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.66% |
In Clifton, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Clifton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.8% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,760/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 11.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Clifton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Clifton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.1 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,847 ft (1,477 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1873°N, 112.0046°W |
| County FIPS | 16071 |