Clifton town, Wisconsin
Clifton town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Clifton town is a geographic entity located in Pierce County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,289. The land area covers 34.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,289 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs | ±6.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 975 | ±156 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,025 | ±163 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 975 | ±156 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 50 | ±39 |
| Median Home Value | $460,300 | ±$30,201 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,203 | ±$1,008 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $123,221 | ±$24,280 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,620 | ±$7,613 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 110 | ±50 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,203 | ±185 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.6% | ±21.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF CLIFTON
GUS Population: 2,280 (2024)
ID: 177629
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK TREASURER
N7401 1195TH ST, RIVER FALLS WI 54022-4867
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GUS Population: 43,380 (2024)
ID: 136510
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 119, ELLSWORTH WI 54011-0119
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | HASTINGS, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | HASTINGS, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | LAKELAND, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BAYPORT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | COTTAGE GROVE, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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College | 5.6 mi away | 410 S 3rd St, River Falls, WI, 54022-5001 |
7154253911
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PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 800 BORNER ST. N., PRESCOTT, WI, 54021 |
(715) 262-5555
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Hastings Beauty School
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 221 Second Street East, Hastings, MN, 55033 |
6514371225
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RIVER FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 140 UNION ST., RIVER FALLS, WI, 54022 |
(715) 425-0905
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Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury
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College Vocational | 14.4 mi away | 1750 WEIR DRIVE, WOODBURY, MN, 55125 |
6513331410
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VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 384 ST. CROIX TRAIL S, LAKELAND, MN, 55043 |
(651) 436-5882
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Inver Hills Community College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 2500 80th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN, 55076-3224 |
6514503000
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HASTINGS: PLEASANT HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 1490 FRONTAGE ROAD, HASTINGS, MN, 55033 |
(651) 438-0200
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Dakota County Technical College
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College | 18.2 mi away | 1300 145th Street East, Rosemount, MN, 55068-2999 |
6514238301
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HUDSON AREA PUBLICLIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 700 1ST ST., HUDSON, WI, 54016 |
(715) 386-3101
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at RIVER FALLS, WI US, located 6.0 miles from Clifton town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.0° | 4.3° | 13.2° | 0.90" | — |
| February | 27.1° | 7.6° | 17.3° | 0.85" | — |
| March | 40.1° | 19.6° | 29.9° | 1.67" | — |
| April | 55.2° | 31.6° | 43.4° | 3.08" | — |
| May | 67.6° | 43.4° | 55.5° | 4.29" | — |
| June | 77.1° | 53.8° | 65.4° | 5.03" | — |
| July | 81.5° | 58.3° | 69.9° | 4.39" | — |
| August | 79.1° | 56.3° | 67.7° | 4.68" | — |
| September | 71.4° | 49.0° | 60.2° | 3.56" | — |
| October | 57.2° | 36.2° | 46.7° | 2.95" | — |
| November | 40.8° | 23.8° | 32.3° | 1.58" | — |
| December | 27.4° | 11.9° | 19.6° | 1.08" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| River Falls city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| St. Marys Point city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Afton city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Lake St. Croix Beach city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Hastings city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5509315575. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.