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Clifton, KS
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Clifton, KS
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 $61,705 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,521. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 284 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clifton is $81,800 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $129,620. Median rent is $665/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Clifton reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,563/100K.
Education
21.5% of adults in Clifton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clifton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.