Clifford, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Clifford, North Dakota had a total population of 54, the 301st largest city in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 3.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.7% — among the lowest in North Dakota.
Clifford Quick Facts
How Clifford Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 56 | 54 | -3.6% |
| Median home value | $77,500 | $104,200 | +34.5% |
How Clifford Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Clifford Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Traill County
Cities Similar to Clifford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ypsilanti | 55 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0% |
| Bathgate | 56 | N/A | $50,000 | 25.6% | 58.9% |
| Maxbass | 56 | N/A | $40,000 | 7.1% | 30.4% |
| Balta | 52 | $33,125 | $96,900 | 4.9% | 7.7% |
| Landa | 52 | $140,227 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 54, Clifford's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Clifford is a small community located in North Dakota, within Traill County. The total population is 54. It ranks as the 301st most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Clifford is 29.8 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 35.9 years. With 33.3% of the population under 18, Clifford has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 3.7%. This is 66% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Clifford, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $104,200. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $249,900. 73.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Clifford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.3% of all residents.
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 32.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Clifford, North Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Dakota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Clifford, North Dakota?
Clifford, North Dakota has a population of 54 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Clifford, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Clifford — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Clifford, ND?
The poverty rate in Clifford is 3.7%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Clifford, North Dakota?
Clifford's population is 96.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Clifford, ND?
The median home value in Clifford is $104,200.
How educated is Clifford, North Dakota?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Clifford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.