Clifton, IL

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Population
1,298
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
666 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$205,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$844/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$92,344
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Clifton is a quiet, welcoming village in Iroquois County that offers relaxed small-town living with easy highway access. Situated right along Interstate 57, it gives residents a straightforward commute to larger nearby hubs while maintaining a peaceful, rural atmosphere at home. Downtown still carries plenty of historic charm from its early railroad roots, and the village provides great everyday essentials, including a local library, public pool, and well-kept neighborhood parks. It is an appealing option for anyone looking for a friendly, low-stress community to call home.

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