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Clifton, IL
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Clifton, IL
At a Glance
How Clifton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clifton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clifton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clifton residents earn a median household income of $69,276 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,898. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 675 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clifton is $184,100 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,790. Median rent is $839/month, with 34.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Clifton reports 818 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 115% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,559/100K.
Education
21.3% of adults in Clifton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clifton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.