New Mexico
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.
Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Clayton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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.
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.
Clayton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 982 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.
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 4.7/10.
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. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 75.7% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.3% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,192 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,292 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $893 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,577 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 182 |
| County GDP | $178M |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,300 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.17% |
| Commute Time | 11.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $111,500 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $112,600 |
| Census Median Rent | $637 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,300 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.17% |
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 64.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,002/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 982.5/100K |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 280.7/100K |
| Theft | 701.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.1 inches |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 22.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,956 ft (1,511 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 343/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4460°N, 103.1489°W |
| County FIPS | 35059 |
Winner: Republican by 52.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.6% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 343/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Retail Stores | 19 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 11.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |