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Clayton, IA

Iowa

Clayton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 66. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
66 Population 129/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $42,108 per capita
$166,700 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,700 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$42,108
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71
Rent Burden25.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+17.5%
School Score5.52

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute17 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries9

Is Clayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Clayton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clayton is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clayton is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Clayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Clayton has a population of 66 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

66
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Clayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clayton is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Clayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,108
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$70,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare50
Retail88
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clayton is $166,700, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$682
1 Bedroom$700
2 Bedrooms$919
3 Bedrooms$1,127
4 Bedrooms$1,304

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
Clayton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates42.9023°N, 91.1493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.5-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.5%
5% above US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+17.5%
School Test Score5.52
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants53
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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