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Clayton, MI

Michigan

Clayton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 215. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
215 Population 287/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $23,784 per capita
$83,300 Home Value $235,786 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 44.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $1,000/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density287/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$23,784
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$4,239M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,786
Housing Units86
Rent Burden44.3%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.9%
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation884 ft (269 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+83.9%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries13

Is Clayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clayton is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clayton is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Clayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clayton has a population of 215 with a density of 287 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

215
Total Population
287
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Clayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clayton is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,784
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$63,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,938
County GDP$4,239M

Business (County)

Restaurants182
Healthcare228
Retail276
Manufacturing119

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,819
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Clayton is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,786.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,786

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden44.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,819
38% above US avg
Effective Rate5.79%
In Clayton, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 30.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clayton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death8,420/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities228
Clayton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation884 ft (269 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density287/sq mi
Coordinates41.8648°N, 84.2347°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+83.9%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density287/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants182
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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