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Claysville, PA

Pennsylvania · Washington County · Metropolitan Area

Claysville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 659. Residents earn $82,656 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
659 Population 2,126/sq mi density
$82,656 Median Income $30,025 per capita
$144,300 Home Value $212,846 Zillow
$527 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$82,656 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,300 home value, $527/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,656
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $144,300
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $527
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population659
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density2,126/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,656
Per Capita$30,025
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,300
Rent$527
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,846
Housing Units300
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,216 ft (371 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute34 min
Broadband83.5%
Libraries14

Is Claysville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Claysville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Claysville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Claysville is $82,656, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Claysville is $144,300, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $527 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Claysville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Claysville has a population of 659 with a density of 2,126 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

659
Total Population
2,126
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Claysville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Claysville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Claysville is $82,656, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Claysville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,656
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,025
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Claysville is $144,300, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $527 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,846.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,300
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,846

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$527
55% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Housing Units300
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
Claysville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,216 ft (371 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,126/sq mi
Coordinates40.1206°N, 80.4133°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWashington County County
County FIPS42125
Claysville is located in Washington County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,126/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyWashington County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

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