Median Income
$69,276
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$184,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.0%
52% lower than US avg
How Clifton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,279
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,375/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,276
Per Capita$37,898
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$184,100
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,790
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation668 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute27 min
Libraries9
Is Clifton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Clifton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, 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 $69,276, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.0% 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 $184,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Clifton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Clifton has a population of 1,279 with a density of 1,375 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).
Population
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Clifton is $69,276, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,276 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,898 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $963 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,388 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 675 |
| County GDP | $1,425M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 59 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,558 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
The median home value in Clifton is $184,100, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,790.
Home Values
| Census Median | $184,100 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,790 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $839 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,558 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.48% |
In Clifton, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Clifton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.5% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,715/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: Clifton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Clifton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.4 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 668 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,375/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9347°N, 87.9343°W |
| County FIPS | 17075 |