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Clayton, NM

New Mexico · Union County

Clayton is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,680. Residents earn $40,192 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,680 Population 343/sq mi density
$40,192 Median Income $25,292 per capita
$111,500 Home Value $112,600 Zillow
$637 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
111 Violent Crime/100K 334 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,192 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,500 home value, $637/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
111 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $40,192
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,500
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 111/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,680
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,192
Per Capita$25,292
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$178M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,500
Rent$637
Ownership71.2%
Zillow$112,600
Housing Units1,246
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

F
Violent111/100K
Property334/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault111/100K
Burglary74/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured18.7%
Smoking15.6%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,956 ft (1,511 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute11 min
Broadband81.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Clayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Clayton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clayton is $40,192, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clayton is $111,500, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Clayton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 334 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% 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 54°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Clayton has a population of 2,680 with a density of 343 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 5.5% Hispanic, 1.3% Black, 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 75.7% of residents, while 24.3% speak Spanish. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 27.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,680
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Clayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 75.7%
4% below US avg
Spanish 24.3%
81% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Clayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clayton is $40,192, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,292 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $893, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 182 business establishments, including 10 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Clayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,192
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,292
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$44,577
Gini Index0.412 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)182
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare6
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.3 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clayton is $111,500, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,600. Monthly rent averages $637 (45% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $927 for a one-bedroom to $1,129 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,246 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $1,300 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,600

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$637
45% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.2%
Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied28.8%
Housing Units1,246
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Clayton, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 15.6% are current smokers. 16.0% report binge drinking. 27.1% are physically inactive. 22.4% report depression. 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 18.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,107. 69.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Uninsured18.7%
117% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,107
Mental Health1:117
Checkup Rate64.6%
Dental Visits54.7%
Premature Death12,002/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities6
Clayton has a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 111.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 334 per 100,000, 83% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 260, burglary at 74, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Clayton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Clayton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent111.5/100K
71% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault111.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property334.5/100K
83% below US avg
Burglary74.3/100K
Theft260.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Clayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 4,956 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,956 ft (1,511 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates36.4460°N, 103.1489°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyUnion County County
Nearest AirportSoutheast Colorado Regional (LAA)
115 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.1"
58% below US avg
Snowfall 22.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.76"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score12.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability83.7 / 100
Community Resilience10.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Volcano No Rating
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 8, 2024.

Aug 22, 2011 9 km SSW of Starkville, Colorado M4.7 141 km
Sep 16, 2011 26 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 150 km
Mar 19, 2023 4 km WNW of Hoehne, Colorado M3.8 148 km
Mar 17, 2022 13 km SSW of Clayton, New Mexico M3.8 15 km
Aug 1, 1996 17 km NE of Hoehne, Colorado M3.8 144 km
Sep 5, 2001 3 km SSE of Cokedale, Colorado M3.7 150 km
Jun 19, 2002 19 km NE of Clayton, New Mexico M3.7 17 km
Feb 18, 2006 17 km WNW of Fritch, Texas M3.5 149 km
Sep 6, 2001 3 km E of Cokedale, Colorado M3.5 149 km
Mar 25, 1996 25 km WSW of Channing, Texas M3.5 105 km
Mar 31, 2022 8 km S of Clayton, New Mexico M3.4 8 km
Jan 10, 2005 13 km S of Valdez, Colorado M3.4 150 km
Sep 10, 2001 4 km SSE of Cokedale, Colorado M3.4 149 km
Sep 29, 1993 30 km NNE of Nara Visa, New Mexico M3.3 66 km
Feb 4, 2010 23 km N of Adrian, Texas M3.3 117 km
Jan 6, 2014 31 km E of Logan, New Mexico M3.3 126 km
Nov 30, 1993 29 km NNE of Nara Visa, New Mexico M3.3 66 km
Apr 27, 1998 14 km SW of Boys Ranch, Texas M3.2 130 km
Nov 1, 1996 15 km ENE of Hoehne, Colorado M3.2 139 km
May 10, 2021 13 km W of Channing, Texas M3.2 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

201 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 6 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 18, 1977 EF4 71 km 0
May 31, 2010 EF2 85 km 0
May 31, 2010 EF2 97 km 0
May 23, 2010 EF2 38 km 0
May 23, 2010 EF2 10 km 0
May 18, 1977 EF2 94 km 0
May 10, 1972 EF2 86 km 0
May 10, 1972 EF2 85 km 0
May 10, 1972 EF2 70 km 0
Jun 8, 1971 EF2 72 km 0
Jun 8, 1971 EF2 72 km 0
Apr 19, 1971 EF2 43 km 0
Apr 19, 1971 EF2 72 km 0
Apr 19, 1971 EF2 52 km 0
Sep 18, 1965 EF2 12 km 0
Jun 5, 1961 EF2 31 km 0
Jun 23, 2023 EF1 98 km 0
May 16, 2016 EF1 36 km 0
May 23, 2010 EF1 42 km 0
May 23, 2010 EF1 62 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GLADSTONE (44,125 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 GLADSTONE 44,125 79 km
2018 STATELINE 28,533 60 km
2022 MITCHELL 23,220 83 km
2011 RABBIT EAR 21,569 12 km
2005 GLADSTONE 16,794 71 km
2011 296 16,769 53 km
1999 UNNAMED 16,755 97 km
2006 CLAPHAM 14,696 38 km
2011 BRITT 13,980 80 km
2006 VAN MEYER FIRE 13,011 88 km
2011 PRITCHARD 11,547 48 km
2006 UNNAMED 10,795 74 km
1989 LIBBY 10,695 73 km
1996 FARLEY 10,456 89 km
2002 FURNISH 8,862 69 km
1996 RABBIT 8,457 14 km
1988 UNNAMED 8,454 69 km
2006 FERGUSON 8,226 43 km
2016 CLAVEL 7,115 77 km
2006 UNION 7,051 51 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 0.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
September 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Clayton has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.3").

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Clayton is located in Union County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.9% of the vote, a 52.2-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 6 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.82
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi
CountyUnion County County

Services

Broadband Access81.5%
Avg Download Speed78.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed65.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.3 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Clayton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $231 ($138–$369)
Specialist Visit $323 ($184–$507)
Urgent Care Visit $184 ($92–$323)
Emergency Room Visit $2,028 ($738–$4,610)
Dental Cleaning $120 ($69–$184)
Dental Filling $231 ($138–$369)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $69 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $277 ($138–$461)
Tire Rotation $37 ($18–$69)
New Tires (Set of 4) $553 ($369–$922)
Battery Replacement $184 ($92–$323)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $92 ($55–$138)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$129)
HVAC Repair $369 ($138–$738)
HVAC System Install $6,454 ($3,688–$11,064)
Roof Repair $922 ($369–$1,844)
Roof Replacement $8,298 ($5,071–$13,830)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,383 ($461–$3,227)
Divorce (Contested) $13,830 ($4,610–$27,660)
DUI Defense $4,610 ($1,844–$9,220)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,383 ($738–$2,766)
Will Preparation $461 ($184–$922)
Trust Preparation $2,305 ($922–$4,610)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$92)
Hair Coloring (Full) $138 ($69–$231)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$120)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.78 ($2.77–$5.07)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.23 ($2.31–$4.61)
Loaf of Bread $3.50 ($2.31–$5.07)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.15 ($2.77–$5.99)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.07 ($3.69–$6.92)
Rice (per lb) $0.92 ($0.55–$1.66)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $129 ($74–$231)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$92)
Cable TV (Monthly) $78 ($46–$138)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $184 ($69–$461)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,844 ($1,106–$3,227)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$120)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.38–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $92 ($28–$231)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$69)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,106 ($553–$2,305)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $922 ($461–$1,844)
After-School Care (Monthly) $369 ($184–$645)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $922 ($369–$2,305)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,525 ($4,610–$27,660)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $55 ($28–$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $92 ($46–$184)
Dog Grooming $55 ($28–$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($18–$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter $277 ($138–$461)
Cat Spay/Neuter $184 ($92–$369)
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Top Industries in Union County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 170 12 $48,158 0.97
Retail Trade 159 22 $28,011 1.30
Accommodation & Food Services 96 11 $18,352 0.86
Wholesale Trade 41 4 $35,837 0.85
Finance & Insurance 40 12 $66,514 0.81
Information & Technology 39 4 $39,195 1.70
Professional & Technical Services 26 8 $40,774 0.31
Real Estate 11 6 $123,834 0.58
Other Services 9 5 $40,860 0.24
Arts & Entertainment 4 3 $39,296 0.19

Hospitals in Clayton

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
UNION COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals Yes (575) 374-7001

Schools in Clayton

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ALVIS ELEMENTARY Elementary 157 12 13.1:1
CLAYTON HIGH High 131 8 16.4:1
CLAYTON JUNIOR HIGH Middle 56 5 11.2:1
KISER ELEMENTARY Middle 51 4 12.8:1
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Radio Stations near Clayton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Clayton

2 national parks and monuments found near Clayton.

ParkTypeFee
Black Mesa State Park & Nature Preserve State Park Free
Capulin Volcano National Monument National Monument $20

Museums in Clayton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION22 S 2ND ST5753742977$113,252
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5753742977

Libraries in Clayton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ALBERT W. THOMPSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY17 CHESTNUT STREET0.011,148

Farmers Markets in Clayton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Clayton-Five State Producer Growers' MarketRanch Market parking lot on First Street

Hotels in Clayton

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Kokopelli Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Clayton

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

87
Pizza Hut

Cafes in Clayton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mock's Crossroads Coffee Mill

Cinemas in Clayton

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Luna Theatre

Banks in Clayton

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CrossFirst Bank Clayton

Golf Courses in Clayton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clayton Golf Club

Nursing Homes in Clayton

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CLAYTON NURSING AND REHAB
419 HARDING STREET
For profit - Corporation 45 34 3/5 3/5 3/5 5753742353

Pharmacies in Clayton

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BALL INVESTMENTS INC 7 MAIN ST 575-374-9121

EV Charging Stations in Clayton

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Clayton Ranch Market - Tesla Supercharger315 S 1st StreetTesla8TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Clayton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Clayton Site SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 34, Township 26 N, Range 35 EGTOWER109
232 Alamos Rd (169824)GTOWER95
405 MAIN ST (169612)LTOWER59
1634 Nara Visa Hwy (169820)GTOWER58

Fire Stations in Clayton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Capulin Fire DepartmentunknownVolunteer100-100-1000
Clayton Fire and Rescue1 Chestnut STMostly volunteer505-374-2435
Rabbit Ear Volunteer Fire Department1415 S 1ST STVolunteer505-374-8896
Union County, Amistad-Hayden Fire DepartmentunknownVolunteer100-100-1000

Bridges in Clayton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1961435,879G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20081653,828F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19881663,828G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19902521,514G
CulvertConcrete194121471G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979256471F
CulvertConcrete194879471G
CulvertConcrete200730328G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1988257328G
SlabConcrete continuous1992167163G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1978133159G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1977201159F
CulvertConcrete195331159G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1974496137F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197652110F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1966722100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197913677G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19605877F
SlabConcrete continuous199223877G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19606477F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19606477F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197110166F
SlabConcrete continuous199220266G

Correctional Facilities in Clayton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
NORTHEAST NEW MEXICO DETENTION FACILITY185 DR. MICHAEL JENKINS RDMULTI622625OPEN

Airports Near Clayton

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dalhart Municipal AirportDHTMedium Airport
Boise City AirportSmall Airport
Campo AirportSmall Airport
Central Custom Ag Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Clayton Municipal AirparkCAOSmall Airport
Larsen Farms AirportSmall Airport
Miller AirfieldSmall Airport
Nebtex Land Company AirportSmall Airport
Rosebud AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquite Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Wedding Cake Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Clayton

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Clayton Police Department112 North Front Street
Sergeant Emilio Mestas Memorial Substation858 South 1st Avenue

Grocery Stores in Clayton

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Allsups 031Convenience Store321 Main St
CLAYTON RANCH MARKETSuper Store300 S 1st St
Dollar General 10013Other417 N 1st St
Family Dollar 10085Other401 S 1st St
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc 22Convenience Store707 S 1st St
Too'tn Totum Food Stores LLC 130Convenience Store1259 S 1st St

Post Offices in Clayton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Clayton Post Office
Seneca Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Clayton

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $13,254 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$13,254
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Super 8 Clayton NM Wyndham Hotels 88415 1 $13,254 $13,254 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Clayton

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CLAYTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH1005 S 1ST ST
CLAYTON HOUSE OF PRAYERPO BOX 482
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CLAYTON NM223 OAK ST
TEXAS FELLOWSHIP OF COWBOY CHURCHESPO BOX 399

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Mines
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Clayton

What is the population of Clayton?

Clayton has a population of 2,680 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 343 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.1 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.

Is Clayton expensive to live in?

Clayton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $40,192, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,500 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Clayton safe?

Clayton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 334 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Clayton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Clayton?

Clayton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Clayton?

Clayton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $893. There are 182 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Clayton?

The median home value in Clayton is $111,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $637. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.2%. The average annual property tax is $1,300.

How are the schools in Clayton?

Schools in Clayton score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.6% of adults in Clayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Clayton?

The obesity rate in Clayton is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.6% of adults are smokers. 27.1% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 18.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 69.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,107.

What is transportation like in Clayton?

The average commute in Clayton is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Clayton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Clayton is 62.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 5.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.3% Asian. 75.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 24.3% speak Spanish. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 27.9% of residents have a disability. 88.2% have health insurance coverage.

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