Clifton, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
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
392 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,202 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$434 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$529 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mason County
1
West Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mason County
2
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 30
Feb 3 4 33
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 3 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 4, WV Delegate District 17, WV
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Schools

Wahama High School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Mid Valley Christian School
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

University of Rio Grande
20 miles, W • 1.4 star
Buckeye Hills Career Center
20 miles, W • 1.4 star
Ohio University-Main Campus
22 miles, N • 2.3 star
Roane-Jackson Technical Center
29 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pleasant Valley Hospital
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Holzer Medical Center
15 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Jackson General Hospital
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Ohiohealth O'BLENESS Hospital
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
50 miles, S • 1.4 star
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