Clifton, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
453
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$61,705
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$81,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$336
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington County
1
Kansas
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington County
1
Kansas
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 26 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 31 |
| Mar | 2 | 2 | 41 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 40 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.
Liberal (19%) (77%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 79%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 36, KS State House District 106, KSSchools
Clifton-Clyde Grade School K-3
<1 miles, NW
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3.7
Clifton-Clyde Middle School
<1 miles, W
•
2.3
Clifton-Clyde Sr High
7 miles, NW
•
1.9
Linn Lutheran School
13 miles, E
Colleges
Cloud County Community College
20 miles, W
•
1.4
Manhattan Area Technical College
44 miles, SE
•
1.9
Bellus Academy
44 miles, SE
•
1
North Central Kansas Technical College
45 miles, W
•
2.3
Hospitals
Clay County Medical Center
15 miles, S
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4.1
Cloud County Health Center
21 miles, W
•
2.3
Washington County Hospital
21 miles, NE
Republic County Hospital
26 miles, NW
•
2.3
Airports
Manhattan Regional Airport
44 miles, SE
•
1
Salina Regional Airport
57 miles, SW
•
1
Lincoln Airport
93 miles, NE
•
1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
111 miles, N
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1