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Clay Center, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Clay Center is a small town in Ohio with a population of 367. Residents earn $64,750 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
367 Population 363/sq mi density
$64,750 Median Income $24,140 per capita
$121,200 Home Value
$631 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$64,750 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,200 home value, $631/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,750
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,200
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.7%
107% higher than US avg

How Clay Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population367
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,750
Per Capita$24,140
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty25.7%
County GDP$33,400M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,200
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.8%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation453 ft (138 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Broadband96.6%
Libraries21

Is Clay Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clay Center receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Clay Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clay Center is $64,750, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clay Center is $121,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Clay Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clay Center has a population of 367 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

367
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Clay Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clay Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clay Center is $64,750, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clay Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,750
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,140
Avg Weekly Wage$1,197
IRS Avg AGI$68,008

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.7%
107% above US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$33,400M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,092
Healthcare1,399
Retail1,333
Manufacturing402

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,858
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Clay Center is $121,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,200
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,858
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.66%
In Clay Center, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clay Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death11,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access93.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,399
Clay Center has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates41.5731°N, 83.3641°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin. 96.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.3%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.6%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,399
Restaurants1,092
Retail Stores1,333

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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