Clay Center, KS
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Clay Center, KS
At a Glance
How Clay Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clay Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clay Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clay Center residents earn a median household income of $56,422 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,328. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 284 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clay Center is $133,600 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,486. Median rent is $950/month, with 32.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
Clay Center reports 148 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,157/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Clay Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clay Center has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches.