Clayton, WI

Wisconsin

Clayton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 343. Residents earn $49,306 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
343 Population 107/sq mi density
$49,306 Median Income $28,539 per capita
$122,300 Home Value $264,529 Zillow
$793 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,306 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,300 home value, $793/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,306
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $793
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,306
Per Capita$28,539
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,300
Rent$793
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,529
Housing Units168
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,219 ft (372 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.4%
Libraries10

Is Clayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clayton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. 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.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clayton is $49,306, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clayton is $122,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $793 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Clayton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Clayton has a population of 343 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

343
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Clayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clayton is $49,306, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Clayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,306
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,539
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clayton is $122,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $793 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,529.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,529

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$793
32% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate4.66%
In Clayton, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Clayton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,219 ft (372 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates45.3275°N, 92.1645°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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