Cost of Living in Clifton, VA

With a cost of living index of 164, Clifton, VA is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 64% more expensive than the national average and 59% above the Virginia state average of 104. Clifton is a small community of 321 residents.

The median household income in Clifton is $228,750, which is 204% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.