Clifton

Clifton, New Jersey Overview

Clifton ranks #2 of 20 cities in New Jersey, earning a B+ grade with a composite score of 59.1/100. The city stands out in Safety (81/100) and Education (79/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Clifton

The median household income in Clifton is $98,598, 2% above the statewide median of $97,126. The local unemployment rate of 4.4% is lower than the state’s 4.8%. Population grew 1.3% recently.

Safety in Clifton

Clifton reports 158.9 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 195 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2177 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Clifton

Clifton has a cost of living index of 112.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $444,300. Median monthly rent is $1,658. Renters spend 20.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Clifton

The adult obesity rate in Clifton is 28.4% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.1%. Residents average 15 poor mental health days per month. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Clifton

Clifton has a high school graduation rate of 86%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $22,282 per student, well above the national median. The city has 20 public schools serving 10,634 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Clifton

The annual average temperature in Clifton is 53.6°F. Summers average 70.4°F. Winters average 38.4°F. Precipitation is abundant at 60.7 inches per year. 9.2% of commuters use public transit.

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