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Clifton, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Clifton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 136. Residents earn $79,375 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
136 Population 800/sq mi density
$79,375 Median Income $48,882 per capita
$228,600 Home Value
$828 Median Rent 13.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,600 home value, $828/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $228,600
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$48,882
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$14,730M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,600
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden13.4%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking11.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute23 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries8

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 low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, 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 $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clifton is $228,600, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 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

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clifton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clifton has a population of 136 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

136
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.4%
Female 34.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clifton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clifton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clifton is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Clifton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,375
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,882
Avg Weekly Wage$1,390
IRS Avg AGI$84,512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,168
County GDP$14,730M

Business (County)

Restaurants377
Healthcare416
Retail507
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Clifton is $228,600, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,600
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$828
29% below US avg
Rent Burden13.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,895
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.02%
In Clifton, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.2%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death7,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access86.7%
Healthcare Facilities416
Clifton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates39.7972°N, 83.8254°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39057
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants377
Retail Stores507

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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