Median Income
$83,500
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$214,900
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.9%
69% lower than US avg
How Clayton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population874
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,345/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,500
Per Capita$35,883
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$10,412M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$214,900
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,480
Rent Burden19.2%
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation868 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Libraries6
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 above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $83,500, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Clayton is $214,900, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Clayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Clayton has a population of 874 with a density of 1,345 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.
Population
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.0% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| 55% below US avg |
The median household income in Clayton is $83,500, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,500 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,883 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,028 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,147 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,317 |
| County GDP | $10,412M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 370 |
| Healthcare | 401 |
| Retail | 474 |
| Manufacturing | 97 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,788 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Clayton is $214,900, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,480.
Home Values
| Census Median | $214,900 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $325,480 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,125 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,788 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.76% |
In Clayton, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Clayton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,172/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 401 |
Crime Rates: Clayton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Clayton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.3 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 868 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6884°N, 86.5219°W |
| County FIPS | 18063 |