Median Income
$70,313
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Unemployment
10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
39.1%
215% higher than US avg
How Clayton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population57
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans49.0%
Economy
C
Median Income$70,313
Per Capita$19,449
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty39.1%
County GDP$222M
Commute16 min
Climate
Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation2,427 ft (740 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute16 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries3
Is Clayton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Clayton faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Clayton is $70,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 39.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Clayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Clayton has a population of 57 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.
Population
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Clayton is $70,313, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 39.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,313 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,449 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $737 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,208 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.2% |
| 183% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 39.1% |
| 215% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 132 |
| County GDP | $222M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 18 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Clayton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,427 ft (740 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 136/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7369°N, 100.1765°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20039 |