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Clayton, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Concordia Parish County
Clayton, LA
At a Glance
How Clayton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Clayton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Clayton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Clayton residents earn a median household income of $47,031 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,630. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 483 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Clayton is $73,800 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $137,467. Median rent is $454/month, with 41.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Clayton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,401/100K.
Education
11.6% of adults in Clayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 84.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Clayton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.