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Clayville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Clayville is a small town in New York with a population of 267. Residents earn $77,083 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
267 Population 607/sq mi density
$77,083 Median Income $42,167 per capita
$124,000 Home Value $221,676 Zillow
$1,554 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,083 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $1,554/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,083
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,554
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density607/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,083
Per Capita$42,167
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$3,091M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$1,554
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,676
Housing Units161
Rent Burden35.8%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking12.0%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation959 ft (292 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Clayville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clayville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Clayville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clayville is $77,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clayville is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,554 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Clayville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Clayville has a population of 267 with a density of 607 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

267
Total Population
607
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Clayville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clayville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clayville is $77,083, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Clayville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,083
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,167
Avg Weekly Wage$1,083
IRS Avg AGI$80,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,634
County GDP$3,091M

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare159
Retail200
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,682
177% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Clayville is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,554 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,676.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,676

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,554
34% above US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,682
177% above US avg
Effective Rate7.81%
In Clayville, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,353
Dentists1:2,796
Mental Health1:403
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death6,940/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities159
Clayville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation959 ft (292 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density607/sq mi
Coordinates42.9780°N, 75.2507°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density607/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants160
Retail Stores200

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

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