Clifton, WV

West Virginia

Clifton is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 392.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
392 Population 1,508/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,847 per capita
$210,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $210,700
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,508/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,847
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$507M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$210,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.7%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation580 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries4

Is Clifton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clifton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Clifton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clifton is $210,700, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Clifton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Clifton has a population of 392 with a density of 1,508 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 8.7% Black.

Population

392
Total Population
1,508
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Clifton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clifton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clifton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clifton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,847
Avg Weekly Wage$804
IRS Avg AGI$53,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)360
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare38
Retail64
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clifton is $210,700, 25% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,700
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Clifton, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.7% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma13.0%
COPD11.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression33.7%
Mental Distress24.9%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death14,804/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access44.6%
Healthcare Facilities38

Crime Rates: Clifton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Clifton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall17.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation580 ft (177 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,508/sq mi
Coordinates39.0042°N, 82.0392°W
County FIPS39105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,508/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants24
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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