Georgia
Clayton is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,420. Residents earn $57,802 per year, which is 23% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Clayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Clayton is $57,802, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Clayton is $228,100, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $868 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 665 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,568 per 100,000, 133% above the national average.
26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.
Clayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,802 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,056 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $801 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,094 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 622 |
| County GDP | $852M |
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,342 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.34% |
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |
| Census Median | $228,100 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $353,738 |
| Census Median Rent | $868 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,585 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,660 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,820 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,182 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,605 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,342 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.34% |
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,891/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 665.2/100K |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 88.7/100K |
| Robbery | 44.4/100K |
| Assault | 532.2/100K |
| Total Property | 4,567.6/100K |
| 133% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,906.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,572.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 88.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 71.7 inches |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 55.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
| Elevation | 1,933 ft (589 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 712/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8766°N, 83.4033°W |
| County FIPS | 13241 |
Winner: Republican by 56.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.4% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.09 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 712/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Retail Stores | 85 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.7% |