Oklahoma
Clayton is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 593. Residents earn $24,554 per year, which is 67% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Clayton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Clayton is $24,554, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Clayton is $43,300, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $397 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x 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 380 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Clayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,554 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,475 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $787 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,077 |
| Unemployment | 6.9% |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.2% |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
| County GDP | $320M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,300 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.00% |
| Commute Time | 19.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $43,300 |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $162,734 |
| Census Median Rent | $397 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.9% |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,300 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.00% |
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.9% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 17,666/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| 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 | 379.8/100K |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 253.2/100K |
| Theft | 126.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.8 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 353/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5861°N, 95.3557°W |
| County FIPS | 40127 |
Winner: Republican by 72.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.3% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 353/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 74.7% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 19.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |