Clay City, IN

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Clay City Overview

1,135
TOTAL POPULATION
617
MALE POPULATION
518
FEMALE POPULATION
119.11
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.95
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,852
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,182
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
602
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Clay City Zip Codes

Clay City Area Codes

Race in Clay City

The most populous races in Clay City are White / Caucasian (1,084 | 95.5%), Two or more Races (48 | 4.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (6 | 0.5%).
Race in Clay City
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific30.3%
Hispanic or Latino60.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,08495.5%
Two or more Races484.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,135100.0%

Ancestry in Clay City

The most populous ancestries reported in Clay City are German (300 | 26.4%), Irish (116 | 10.2%), English (75 | 6.6%), American (74 | 6.5%), and French (68 | 6.0%), together accounting for 55.8% of all Clay City residents.
Ancestry in Clay City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American746.5%
Apache10.1%
Austrian10.1%
Blackfeet30.3%
British20.2%
Cherokee10.1%
Dutch121.1%
English756.6%
European494.3%
French686.0%
German30026.4%
Irish11610.2%
Iroquois30.3%
Italian151.3%
Mexican30.3%
Native Hawaiian30.3%
Norwegian20.2%
Polish10.1%
Scotch-Irish20.2%
Scottish131.1%
Sri Lankan90.8%
Swedish40.4%
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Immigrants in Clay City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Clay City came from Europe (3 | 0.3%), Germany (3 | 0.3%), and Western Europe (3 | 0.3%), together accounting for 0.8% of all Clay City residents.
Immigrants in Clay City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Europe30.3%
Germany30.3%
Western Europe30.3%
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Sex and Age in Clay City

Sex and Age in Clay City

The most populous age groups in Clay City are 15 to 19 Years (132 | 21.4%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (81 | 15.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Clay City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years15 (2.4%)13 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years28 (4.5%)17 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Years63 (10.2%)79 (15.2%)
15 to 19 Years132 (21.4%)13 (2.5%)
20 to 24 Years21 (3.4%)45 (8.7%)
25 to 29 Years24 (3.9%)16 (3.1%)
30 to 34 Years67 (10.9%)59 (11.4%)
35 to 39 Years25 (4.1%)19 (3.7%)
40 to 44 Years31 (5.0%)22 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years14 (2.3%)26 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years24 (3.9%)81 (15.6%)
55 to 59 Years94 (15.2%)39 (7.5%)
60 to 64 Years26 (4.2%)17 (3.3%)
65 to 69 Years15 (2.4%)17 (3.3%)
70 to 74 Years17 (2.8%)14 (2.7%)
75 to 79 Years5 (0.8%)27 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years7 (1.1%)6 (1.2%)
85 Years and over9 (1.5%)8 (1.5%)
Total617 (100.0%)518 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Clay City

Median Family Size in Clay City

The median family size in Clay City is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (227 | 79.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.18 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (40 | 14.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.55 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Clay City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple227 (79.9%)3.18
Single Male/Father17 (6.0%)2.76
Single Female/Mother40 (14.1%)2.55
Total Families284 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Clay City

The median household size in Clay City is 2.47 persons per household, with single male/father households (17 | 3.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.41 persons per household. non-family households (175 | 38.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.39 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Clay City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple227 (49.5%)3.19
Single Male/Father17 (3.7%)3.41
Single Female/Mother40 (8.7%)2.73
Non-family175 (38.1%)1.39
Total Households459 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in Clay City

Out of a total of 459 households in Clay City, 284 (61.9%) are family households, while 175 (38.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 142, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 141.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Clay City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-141 (30.7%)
2-Person Households142 (30.9%)15 (3.3%)
3-Person Households42 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households31 (6.8%)19 (4.1%)
5-Person Households67 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total284 (61.9%)175 (38.1%)

Female Fertility in Clay City

Fertility by Age in Clay City

Average fertility rate in Clay City is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 142.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 94.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Clay City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (94.4%)142.0
35 to 50 years1 (5.6%)8.0
Total18 (100.0%)71.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Clay City

38.9% of women with births (18) in Clay City are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 64.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Clay City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (35.3%)11 (64.7%)
35 to 50 years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)

Fertility by Education in Clay City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Clay City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (16.7%)65.0
Bachelor's Degree15 (83.3%)167.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total18 (100.0%)71.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Clay City

61.1% of women with births in Clay City are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 73.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Clay City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)

Income in Clay City

Income Overview in Clay City

Per Capita Income in Clay City is $23,852, while median incomes of families and households are $69,182 and $56,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,135$23,852
Median Family Income284$69,182
Mean Family Income284$72,694
Median Household Income459$56,250
Mean Household Income459$58,658
Income Deficit284$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,13521.81%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,13578.19¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1350.38

Earnings by Sex in Clay City

Average Earnings in Clay City are $34,416, $41,597 for men and $32,524 for women, a difference of 21.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Clay City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male325 (52.8%)$41,597
Female291 (47.2%)$32,524
Total616 (100.0%)$34,416

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Clay City

The most common earnings brackets in Clay City are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (90 | 27.7%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (79 | 27.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Clay City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less9 (2.8%)5 (1.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9991 (0.3%)13 (4.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (1.2%)4 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (2.1%)4 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (1.5%)21 (7.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49913 (4.0%)8 (2.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (0.9%)2 (0.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (1.2%)12 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $29,9997 (2.1%)34 (11.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99990 (27.7%)79 (27.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9998 (2.5%)50 (17.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99934 (10.5%)7 (2.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99979 (24.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99911 (3.4%)7 (2.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99922 (6.8%)6 (2.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9992 (0.6%)11 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (3.7%)2 (0.7%)
$100,000+14 (4.3%)11 (3.8%)
Total325 (100.0%)291 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Clay City

Average earnings in Clay City are $45,018 for men and $33,822 for women, a difference of 24.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,176, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,411. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,070, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,000.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Clay City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$42,411$32,768
College or Associate's Degree$46,176$32,000
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,018$33,822

Family Income in Clay City

Family Income Brackets in Clay City

According to the Clay City family income data, there are 88 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Clay City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00072.5%
$10,000 to $14,99962.1%
$15,000 to $24,999207.0%
$25,000 to $34,999144.9%
$35,000 to $49,9993612.7%
$50,000 to $74,9998831.0%
$75,000 to $99,9996924.3%
$100,000 to $149,999258.8%
$150,000 to $199,999196.7%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Clay City

2-person families (150 | 52.8%) account for the highest median family income in Clay City with $82,000 per family, while 2-person families (150 | 52.8%) have the highest median income of $41,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Clay City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families150 (52.8%)$82,000
3-Person Families43 (15.1%)$0
4-Person Families26 (9.1%)$72,000
5-Person Families65 (22.9%)$68,634
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total284 (100.0%)$69,182

Family Income by Number of Earners in Clay City

The median family income in Clay City is $69,182, with families comprising 3+ earners (14) having the highest median family income of $159,167, while families with 1 earner (80) have the lowest median family income of $40,000, accounting for 4.9% and 28.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Clay City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners16 (5.6%)$50,000
1 Earner80 (28.2%)$40,000
2 Earners174 (61.3%)$72,917
3+ Earners14 (4.9%)$159,167
Total284 (100.0%)$69,182

Household Income in Clay City

Household Income Brackets in Clay City

With 113 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Clay City, accounting for 24.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Clay City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000347.4%
$10,000 to $14,999173.7%
$15,000 to $24,9996013.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995311.5%
$35,000 to $49,9995411.8%
$50,000 to $74,99911324.6%
$75,000 to $99,9997215.7%
$100,000 to $149,999378.1%
$150,000 to $199,999194.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Clay City

The median household income in Clay City is $56,250, with the highest median household income of $68,527 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 138 households (30.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 41 households (8.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Clay City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years41 (8.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years138 (30.1%)$68,527
45 to 64 Years183 (39.9%)$59,375
65+ Years97 (21.1%)$28,750
Total459 (100.0%)$56,250

Poverty in Clay City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay City

With 10.0% poverty level for males and 15.1% for females among the residents of Clay City, 65 to 74 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (40.6%) and 8 females (61.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (33.3%)8 (61.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)
6 to 11 Years5 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)3 (4.1%)
15 Years1 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years3 (4.5%)7 (14.9%)
25 to 34 Years2 (2.2%)20 (26.7%)
35 to 44 Years15 (26.8%)8 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years8 (21.0%)7 (6.5%)
55 to 64 Years4 (3.3%)16 (28.6%)
65 to 74 Years13 (40.6%)5 (16.1%)
75 Years and over4 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (10.0%)78 (15.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay City

According to the poverty statistics in Clay City, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (66.7%)5 (38.5%)
5 Years1 (100.0%)3 (42.9%)
6 to 11 Years15 (75.0%)14 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years56 (100.0%)71 (96.0%)
15 Years75 (98.7%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years63 (95.5%)40 (85.1%)
25 to 34 Years89 (97.8%)55 (73.3%)
35 to 44 Years41 (73.2%)33 (80.5%)
45 to 54 Years30 (78.9%)100 (93.5%)
55 to 64 Years116 (96.7%)40 (71.4%)
65 to 74 Years19 (59.4%)26 (83.9%)
75 Years and over17 (80.9%)41 (100.0%)
Total543 (90.0%)439 (84.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Clay City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Clay City show that 7.9% or 18 of the total 227 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 26.7%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.3%, which includes 3 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Clay City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children129 (97.7%)3 (2.3%)
1 or 2 Children22 (73.3%)8 (26.7%)
3 or 4 Children58 (89.2%)7 (10.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total209 (92.1%)18 (7.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Clay City

According to the poverty data in Clay City, 11.8% or 2 single-father households and 7.5% or 3 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (15.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (11.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Clay City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (15.4%)3 (11.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (11.8%)3 (7.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Clay City

The poverty data for Clay City shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (7.9%) and 5 of the single-parent households (8.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (26.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (12.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Clay City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (26.7%)5 (12.5%)
3 or 4 Children7 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (7.9%)5 (8.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Clay City

Employment by Class of Employer in Clay City

Among the 588 employed individuals in Clay City, private company employees (475 | 80.8%), local government employees (59 | 10.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (31 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Clay City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees47580.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)20.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)50.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations315.3%
Local Government Employees5910.0%
State Government Employees111.9%
Federal Government Employees50.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total588100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Clay City

According to the labor force statistics for Clay City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (840), 71.7% or 602 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 14 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 95.5% or 63 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.9% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Clay City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years31 (47.7%)4 (12.9%)
20 to 24 Years63 (95.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years35 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years118 (93.7%)3 (2.5%)
35 to 44 Years78 (80.4%)7 (9.0%)
45 to 54 Years120 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years106 (79.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years34 (79.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total602 (71.7%)14 (2.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Clay City

According to labor force statistics for Clay City, 84.1% of individuals (491) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (584) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 10 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 88.4% or 167 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.3% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Clay City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School70 (74.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma164 (82.8%)9 (4.3%)
College / Associate Degree167 (88.4%)3 (1.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher90 (87.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total491 (84.1%)12 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Clay City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Clay City are Community & Social Service (78 | 13.3%), Education Instruction & Library (53 | 9.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (25 | 4.3%), Management (18 | 3.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (18 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Clay City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Clay City, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (40.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (38.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Clay City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management5 (27.8%)13 (72.2%)
Business & Financial2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 8 (10.3%)70 (89.7%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library1 (1.9%)52 (98.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
Health Technologists2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
Total (Category)28 (20.3%)110 (79.7%)
Total (Overall)318 (54.1%)270 (45.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Clay City are Healthcare Support (42 | 7.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (31 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (18 | 3.1%), Security & Protection (6 | 1.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (3 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Clay City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Clay City, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (97.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (35.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Clay City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support1 (2.4%)41 (97.6%)
Security & Protection6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving20 (64.5%)11 (35.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (50.0%)9 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (37.1%)61 (62.9%)
Total (Overall)318 (54.1%)270 (45.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Clay City are Office & Administration (34 | 5.8%), and Sales & Related (19 | 3.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Clay City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Clay City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (36.8%)12 (63.2%)
Office & Administration6 (17.6%)28 (82.4%)
Total (Category)13 (24.5%)40 (75.5%)
Total (Overall)318 (54.1%)270 (45.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Clay City are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (87 | 14.8%), and Construction & Extraction (28 | 4.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Clay City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Clay City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction27 (96.4%)1 (3.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)114 (99.1%)1 (0.9%)
Total (Overall)318 (54.1%)270 (45.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Clay City are Transportation (100 | 17.0%), Production (71 | 12.1%), and Material Moving (14 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Clay City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Clay City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production54 (76.1%)17 (23.9%)
Transportation63 (63.0%)37 (37.0%)
Material Moving10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Total (Category)127 (68.6%)58 (31.4%)
Total (Overall)318 (54.1%)270 (45.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Clay City

Employment Industries in Clay City

The major employment industries in Clay City include Manufacturing (98 | 16.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (98 | 16.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87 | 14.8%), Educational Services (68 | 11.6%), and Retail Trade (40 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Clay City

Employment Industries by Sex in Clay City

The Clay City industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (89.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Clay City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing71 (72.5%)27 (27.6%)
Wholesale Trade3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade12 (30.0%)28 (70.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing61 (62.2%)37 (37.8%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support8 (47.1%)9 (52.9%)
Educational Services7 (10.3%)61 (89.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance14 (16.1%)73 (83.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services20 (64.5%)11 (35.5%)
Public Administration12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total318 (54.1%)270 (45.9%)

Education in Clay City

School Enrollment in Clay City

The most common levels of schooling among the 363 students in Clay City are middle school (140 | 38.6%), high school (120 | 33.1%), and college / undergraduate (52 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Clay City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool71.9%
Kindergarten154.1%
Elementary School298.0%
Middle School14038.6%
High School12033.1%
College / Undergraduate5214.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total363100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Clay City

Out of a total of 363 students who are enrolled in schools in Clay City, 5 (1.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 358 (98.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (66.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 142 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Clay City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old44 (97.8%)1 (2.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total358 (98.6%)5 (1.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Clay City

Education (58 | 53.7%), science & technology (12 | 11.1%), arts & humanities (12 | 11.1%), liberal arts & history (7 | 6.5%), and computers & mathematics (3 | 2.8%) are the most common fields of study among 108 individuals in Clay City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Clay City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics32.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural21.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology32.8%
Social Sciences21.8%
Engineering32.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1211.1%
Business21.8%
Education5853.7%
Literature & Languages32.8%
Liberal Arts & History76.5%
Visual & Performing Arts10.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1211.1%
Total108100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Clay City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Clay City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Clay City are males with 2 vehicles (210, accounting for 66.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (157, making up 77.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Clay City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle41 (12.9%)67 (24.8%)
2 Vehicles210 (66.0%)157 (58.2%)
3 Vehicles45 (14.1%)29 (10.7%)
4 Vehicles14 (4.4%)12 (4.4%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (2.5%)5 (1.8%)
Total318 (100.0%)270 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Clay City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Clay City are 30 to 34 minutes (183 commuters, 31.7%), 45 to 59 minutes (120 commuters, 20.8%), and 40 to 44 minutes (76 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Clay City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes223.8%
5 to 9 Minutes335.7%
10 to 14 Minutes30.5%
15 to 19 Minutes10.2%
20 to 24 Minutes335.7%
25 to 29 Minutes234.0%
30 to 34 Minutes18331.7%
35 to 39 Minutes6811.8%
40 to 44 Minutes7613.2%
45 to 59 Minutes12020.8%
60 to 89 Minutes81.4%
90 or more Minutes71.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Clay City

The most common commute times in Clay City are 30 to 34 minutes (112 commuters, 35.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (71 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Clay City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes3 (0.9%)19 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes19 (6.0%)14 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes1 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes14 (4.4%)19 (7.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes11 (3.5%)12 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes112 (35.4%)71 (27.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes25 (7.9%)43 (16.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes31 (9.8%)45 (17.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes90 (28.5%)30 (11.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (1.6%)3 (1.1%)
90 or more Minutes2 (0.6%)5 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Clay City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Clay City are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (101, 32.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (107, 41.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Clay City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM28 (8.9%)21 (8.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM25 (7.9%)9 (3.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (0.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM101 (32.0%)4 (1.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM15 (4.8%)20 (7.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM83 (26.3%)107 (41.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM10 (3.2%)38 (14.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)19 (7.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (1.6%)4 (1.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (3.8%)10 (3.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM29 (9.2%)27 (10.3%)
Total316 (100.0%)261 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Clay City

Occupancy by Ownership in Clay City

Of the total 459 dwellings in Clay City, owner-occupied units account for 289 (63.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 170 (37.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Clay City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units28963.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17037.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units459100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Clay City

Occupancy by Household Size in Clay City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household14130.7%
2-Person Household15734.2%
3-Person Household429.1%
4+ Person Household11925.9%
Total Housing Units459100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Clay City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Clay City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household59 (41.8%)82 (58.2%)
2-Person Household118 (75.2%)39 (24.8%)
3-Person Household25 (59.5%)17 (40.5%)
4+ Person Household87 (73.1%)32 (26.9%)
Total Housing Units289 (63.0%)170 (37.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Clay City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Clay City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School62 (68.9%)28 (31.1%)
High School Diploma107 (61.1%)68 (38.9%)
College/Associate Degree53 (52.5%)48 (47.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher67 (72.0%)26 (28.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Clay City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Clay City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years12326.8%
35 to 44 Years5612.2%
45 to 54 Years10923.7%
55 to 64 Years7416.1%
65 to 74 Years4610.0%
75 to 84 Years357.6%
85 Years and Over163.5%
Total459100.0%

Housing Finances in Clay City

Median Income by Occupancy in Clay City

Median Income by Occupancy in Clay City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied289 (63.0%)$68,750
Renter-Occupied170 (37.0%)$30,694
Average459 (100.0%)$56,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Clay City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Clay City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (1.7%)16 (9.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99913 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9994 (1.4%)13 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (5.2%)17 (10.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (1.4%)24 (14.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99921 (7.3%)32 (18.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (10.4%)24 (14.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (30.1%)26 (15.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (23.2%)5 (2.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (8.3%)13 (7.6%)
$150,000 or more19 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total289 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Clay City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Clay City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30056 (19.4%)17 (10.0%)
$300 to $49983 (28.7%)7 (4.1%)
$500 to $79938 (13.2%)109 (64.1%)
$800 to $99987 (30.1%)11 (6.5%)
$1,000 to $1,49920 (6.9%)9 (5.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9995 (1.7%)4 (2.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total289 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Clay City

Housing Structures in Clay City

Housing Structures in Clay City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached31869.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments316.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments61.3%
10 or more Apartments81.7%
Mobile Home / Other9620.9%
Total459100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Clay City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Clay City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached226 (71.1%)92 (28.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other63 (65.6%)33 (34.4%)
Total289 (63.0%)170 (37.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Clay City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Clay City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms3 (1.0%)24 (14.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms64 (22.2%)56 (32.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms93 (32.2%)81 (47.6%)
8 or more Rooms129 (44.6%)9 (5.3%)
Total289 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Clay City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Clay City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas246 (85.1%)67 (39.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1 (0.4%)4 (2.4%)
Electricity29 (10.0%)90 (52.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene11 (3.8%)9 (5.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total289 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Clay City

Household Vehicle Usage in Clay City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)9 (5.3%)
1 Vehicle65 (22.5%)90 (52.9%)
2 Vehicles186 (64.4%)55 (32.4%)
3 or more Vehicles38 (13.2%)16 (9.4%)
Total289 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Clay City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Clay City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units141148
Median Property Value$79,100$85,400
Median Household Income$82,083$14
Monthly Housing Costs$383$0
Real Estate Taxes$331$12

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Clay City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Clay City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (17.0%)9 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999104 (73.8%)108 (73.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99913 (9.2%)31 (20.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Clay City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Clay City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99911 (7.8%)6 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (12.1%)12 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (13.5%)4 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9997 (5.0%)11 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99962 (44.0%)80 (54.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (5.7%)5 (3.4%)
$150,000 or more5 (3.5%)16 (10.8%)
Total141 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Clay City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Clay City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x107 (75.9%)68,527 (46,302.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x4 (2.8%)110 (74.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x16 (11.4%)15 (10.1%)
4.0x or more14 (9.9%)11 (7.4%)
Total141 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Clay City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Clay City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800128 (90.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4997 (5.0%)127 (85.8%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)9 (6.1%)
Total141 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Clay City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years33 (91.7%)3 (8.3%)
6 to 18 Years287 (96.6%)10 (3.4%)
19 to 25 Years71 (74.7%)24 (25.3%)
26 to 34 Years61 (37.2%)103 (62.8%)
35 to 44 Years91 (93.8%)6 (6.2%)
45 to 54 Years132 (91.0%)13 (9.0%)
55 to 64 Years173 (98.3%)3 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total973 (85.7%)162 (14.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Clay City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Clay City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born33 (91.7%)3 (8.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen287 (96.6%)10 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen71 (74.7%)24 (25.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Clay City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Clay City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000150 (90.9%)15 (9.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999169 (86.2%)27 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999326 (76.7%)99 (23.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999165 (98.8%)2 (1.2%)
$100,000 and over163 (89.6%)19 (10.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 619 (52.8%)14 (38.9%)
6 to 18 Years224 (75.4%)84 (28.3%)
19 to 25 Years12 (12.6%)67 (70.5%)
25 to 34 Years12 (7.3%)51 (31.1%)
35 to 44 Years45 (46.4%)51 (52.6%)
45 to 54 Years50 (34.5%)85 (58.6%)
55 to 64 Years42 (23.9%)137 (77.8%)
65 to 74 Years60 (95.2%)33 (52.4%)
75 Years and over60 (96.8%)41 (66.1%)
Total524 (46.2%)563 (49.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Clay City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Clay City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (6.4%)2 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years39 (18.2%)35 (17.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (12.5%)6 (19.4%)
75 Years and over15 (71.4%)18 (43.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Clay City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Clay City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (2.8%)4 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Clay City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (7.9%)15 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (9.7%)
75 Years and over6 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Clay City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (10.7%)4 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Clay City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (8.4%)12 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (9.7%)
75 Years and over13 (61.9%)18 (43.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Clay City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (14.3%)4 (9.8%)

Technology Access in Clay City

Computing Device Access in Clay City

Computing Device Access in Clay City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27660.1%
Smartphone38884.5%
Tablet27660.1%
No Computing Device4910.7%
Total459100.0%

Internet Access in Clay City

Internet Access in Clay City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home27359.5%
Cellular Data Only6514.2%
Satellite Internet4910.7%
No Internet6814.8%
Total459100.0%

Clay City Summary

Clay City is a small town located in Clay County, Indiana, United States. It is situated in the Wabash Valley region of the state, approximately 40 miles south of Terre Haute. The town was founded in 1871 and has a population of 1,072 as of the 2010 census.

History

Clay City was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Clay County, Indiana. The town was named after the county, which was named after Henry Clay, a prominent statesman from Kentucky. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon developed into a small industrial center. The first industry in the town was a sawmill, which was built in 1872. This was followed by a grist mill, a brickyard, and a furniture factory.
In the late 19th century, Clay City was a thriving community with a population of over 1,000 people. The town had several churches, a bank, a newspaper, and a variety of stores and businesses. The town also had a railroad station, which connected it to the larger cities of Terre Haute and Indianapolis.
In the early 20th century, Clay City experienced a period of decline. The sawmill and grist mill closed, and the furniture factory moved away. The population of the town decreased, and by the 1950s, it had fallen to just over 500 people.

Geography

Clay City is located in the Wabash Valley region of Indiana. It is situated in the eastern part of Clay County, approximately 40 miles south of Terre Haute. The town is situated on the banks of the Wabash River, which flows through the county.
The town is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The climate is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Clay City’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several small businesses, including a feed mill, a lumber yard, and a grain elevator. The town also has a few restaurants and retail stores.
The town is also home to a few light manufacturing companies, including a plastics factory and a metal fabrication plant. The town is served by the Clay City-Brazil-Terre Haute Railroad, which connects it to the larger cities of Terre Haute and Indianapolis.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Clay City had a population of 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.6% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $45,000.
The town has a high rate of poverty, with 24.3% of the population living below the poverty line. The town also has a high rate of unemployment, with 8.3% of the population unemployed. The town has a low rate of educational attainment, with only 15.3% of the population having a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Conclusion

Clay City is a small town located in Clay County, Indiana. It was founded in 1871 and has a population of 1,072 as of the 2010 census. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and it is served by the Clay City-Brazil-Terre Haute Railroad. The town has a high rate of poverty and unemployment, and a low rate of educational attainment.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Clay City?
Total Population of Clay City is 1,135.
What is the Total Male Population of Clay City?
Total Male Population of Clay City is 617.
What is the Total Female Population of Clay City?
Total Female Population of Clay City is 518.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Clay City?
There are 119.11 Males per 100 Females in Clay City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Clay City?
There are 83.95 Females per 100 Males in Clay City.
What is the Median Population Age in Clay City?
Median Population Age in Clay City is 34.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Clay City
Average Family Size in Clay City is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Clay City
Average Household Size in Clay City is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Clay City?
Per Capita income in Clay City is $23,852.
What is the Median Family Income in Clay City?
Median Family Income in Clay City is $69,182.
What is the Median Household income in Clay City?
Median Household Income in Clay City is $56,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Clay City?
Income or Wage Gap in Clay City is 21.8%.
Women in Clay City earn 78.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Clay City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Clay City is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Clay City?
There are 602 People in the Labor Forcein in Clay City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Clay City?
71.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Clay City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Clay City?
Unemployment Rate in Clay City is 2.3%.