Clifton Forge, Virginia

Clifton Forge is a town in Alleghany County, Virginia, United States which is part of the Roanoke Region.[5] The population was 3,884 at the 2010 census. The Jackson River flows through the town, which as a result was once known as Jackson's River Station.

Clifton Forge, Virginia
Town
Downtown Clifton Forge
Seal
Clifton Forge
Clifton Forge
Clifton Forge
Coordinates: 37°49′11″N 79°49′25″W
CountryUnited States
StateVirginia
CountyAlleghany
Area
 • Total3.08 sq mi (7.97 km2)
 • Land3.02 sq mi (7.82 km2)
 • Water0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2)
Elevation
1,083 ft (330 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total3,884
 • Estimate 
(2018)[2]
3,508
 • Density1,161.59/sq mi (448.48/km2)
ZIP code
24422
Area code(s)540
FIPS code51-17440[3]
GNIS feature ID1492780[4]
WebsiteOfficial website
Masonic Amphitheater in Clifton Forge

Clifton Forge was an independent city during the 2000 census. However, in 2001, Clifton Forge gave up its city status and reverted to a town. In previous decades, the railroad was a major employer. Clifton Forge is known for its mountain views and clear streams.

Clifton Forge and the surrounding Alleghany Highlands is served by the newspaper of record, the Virginian Review newspaper, and its related social media platforms, with print editions published Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and the Virginian Review Online published seven days a week.

History

Clifton Forge Commercial Historic District, Clifton Forge Residential Historic District, Clifton Furnace, Jefferson School, and Longdale Furnace Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[6][7]

Transportation

Amtrak, the national passenger rail service, provides service to the Clifton Forge station with the Cardinal route. Also Clifton Forge serves a major locomotive fuel facility for CSX Transportation and is home to the Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society and C&O Railway Heritage Center.

Clifton Forge is serviced by three major highways, Interstate 64, US 60, and US 220.

Geography

Clifton Forge is located at 37°49′11″N 79°49′24″W (37.819801, -79.823584).[8]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town had a total area of 3.1 square miles (8.0 km2), all land.

Portions of the town were built upon a bridge, elevating the town above a stream.

Demographics
Historical population
CensusPop.%±
18901,792—
19003,57999.7%
19105,74860.6%
19206,1647.2%
19306,83911.0%
19406,461−5.5%
19505,795−10.3%
19605,268−9.1%
19705,5014.4%
19805,046−8.3%
19904,679−7.3%
20004,289−8.3%
20103,884−9.4%
Est. 20183,508[2]−9.7%
U.S. Decennial Census[9]

As of the census[3] of 2010, there were 3,884 people, 1,701 households, and 982 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,252.9 people per square mile (485.5/km2). There were 2,004 housing units at an average density of 646.5 per square mile (225.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 84.4% White, 11.8% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 1,701 households, out of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.8% were married couples living together, 13.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.3% were non-families. 37.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 20.4% from 25 to 44, 28.5% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,256, and the median income for a family was $53,547. Males had a median income of $38,500 versus $29,630 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,833. About 14.3% of families and 23.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.4% of those under age 18 and 10.4% of those age 65 or over.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Clifton Forge has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[10]

  • Mama (2013 horror film) partially takes place in Clifton Forge.
  • The 1985 video for "Driver 8" by R.E.M. was partly filmed in and around the C&O (Chessie System) yards.

Notable people

Politics
Presidential Elections Results[12]
Year Republican Democratic Third Parties
2000 40.0% 613 56.7% 868 3.3% 51
1996 29.6% 486 59.4% 974 11.0% 181
1992 33.7% 632 51.2% 958 15.1% 283
1988 43.7% 759 55.3% 961 1.1% 19
1984 51.4% 965 47.8% 896 0.8% 15
1980 39.2% 716 55.5% 1,012 5.3% 97
1976 40.7% 770 52.5% 993 6.9% 130
1972 63.2% 1,127 32.2% 575 4.6% 82
1968 43.6% 925 34.6% 734 21.8% 463
1964 40.4% 850 59.6% 1,252
1960 53.2% 885 46.4% 771 0.4% 7
1956 61.5% 1,125 34.6% 633 3.9% 72
1952 53.5% 936 46.3% 811 0.2% 4
1948 32.1% 451 58.2% 818 9.7% 136
1944 27.6% 415 72.0% 1,082 0.3% 5
1940 22.9% 353 76.4% 1,179 0.7% 11
1936 22.1% 343 77.4% 1,199 0.5% 8
1932 25.8% 328 72.2% 917 2.1% 26
1928 56.9% 781 43.1% 591
1924 23.2% 225 46.1% 447 30.7% 297
1920 26.5% 274 70.4% 727 3.1% 32
1916 17.0% 104 74.4% 455 8.7% 53
1912 13.9% 63 64.7% 293 21.4% 97

See also
  • Former counties, cities, and towns of Virginia

References
  1. "2018 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved Feb 16, 2020.
  2. "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". Retrieved June 4, 2019.
  3. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2011-05-14.
  4. "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  5. Roanoke Region of Virginia
  6. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  7. "National Register of Historic Places Listings". Weekly List of Actions Taken on Properties: 8/13/12 through 8/17/12. National Park Service. 2012-08-24.
  8. "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2011-04-23.
  9. "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  10. Climate Summary for Clifton Forge, Virginia
  11. https://gopack.com/news/2018/9/5/womens-basketball-2018-nc-state-athletic-hall-of-fame-trudi-lacey.aspx
  12. http://uselectionatlas.org/RESULTS

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