Clifton Forge, Virginia

Clifton Forge, Virginia
Town
Downtown Clifton Forge
Seal
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Coordinates: 37°49′11″N 79°49′25″W / 37.81972°N 79.82361°W / 37.81972; -79.82361
Country	United States
State	Virginia
County	Alleghany
Settlement	1700s
Williamson's Station	February 13, 1861
Incorporated (town)	October 19, 1884
Incorporated (independent city)	March 31, 1906
Incorporated (town)	January 21, 2001
Named for	The Clifton estate in Lexington
Government
• Mayor	Jeff Irvine
Area [1]
• Total	3.08 sq mi (7.98 km2)
• Land	3.02 sq mi (7.82 km2)
• Water	0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2)
Elevation	1,083 ft (330 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	3,555
• Density	1,200/sq mi (450/km2)
ZIP Code	24422
Area code(s)	540 and 826
FIPS code	51-17440[2]
GNIS feature ID	1492780[3]
Website	Official website

Clifton Forge is a town in Alleghany County, Virginia, United States which is part of the greater Roanoke Region.^[4] The population was 3,555 at the 2020 census. The Jackson River flows through the town, which as a result was once known as Jackson's River Station.

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.