Clayton, NC
Clayton Map
Clayton Overview
26,837
TOTAL POPULATION
13,246
MALE POPULATION
13,591
FEMALE POPULATION
97.46
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,453
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,091
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,698
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
99.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,182
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Clayton Area Codes
Race in Clayton
The most populous races in Clayton are White / Caucasian (17,253 | 64.3%), Black / African American (6,432 | 24.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (3,705 | 13.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 226 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 6,432 | 24.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,705 | 13.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 15 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,253 | 64.3% |
| Two or more Races | 1,370 | 5.1% |
| Some other Race | 1,541 | 5.7% |
| Total | 26,837 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Clayton
The most populous ancestries reported in Clayton are English (2,778 | 10.3%), American (2,479 | 9.2%), Irish (2,339 | 8.7%), Mexican (1,797 | 6.7%), and German (1,714 | 6.4%), together accounting for 41.4% of all Clayton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 383 | 1.4% |
| American | 2,479 | 9.2% |
| Arab | 605 | 2.2% |
| Austrian | 100 | 0.4% |
| Bahamian | 75 | 0.3% |
| Belgian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 15 | 0.1% |
| British | 195 | 0.7% |
| Canadian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 392 | 1.5% |
| Cherokee | 62 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 462 | 1.7% |
| Croatian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 201 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 92 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 150 | 0.6% |
| Dominican | 289 | 1.1% |
| Dutch | 198 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 61 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 56 | 0.2% |
| English | 2,778 | 10.3% |
| Ethiopian | 22 | 0.1% |
| European | 590 | 2.2% |
| Finnish | 15 | 0.1% |
| French | 358 | 1.3% |
| French Canadian | 115 | 0.4% |
| German | 1,714 | 6.4% |
| Greek | 274 | 1.0% |
| Guatemalan | 23 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 45 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 293 | 1.1% |
| Hungarian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 304 | 1.1% |
| Irish | 2,339 | 8.7% |
| Iroquois | 20 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 1,232 | 4.6% |
| Jamaican | 40 | 0.2% |
| Jordanian | 276 | 1.0% |
| Korean | 136 | 0.5% |
| Lebanese | 11 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,797 | 6.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 40 | 0.2% |
| Nigerian | 75 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 44 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 184 | 0.7% |
| Palestinian | 95 | 0.4% |
| Peruvian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 467 | 1.7% |
| Puerto Rican | 384 | 1.4% |
| Russian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 36 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 423 | 1.6% |
| Scottish | 352 | 1.3% |
| Senegalese | 11 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 16 | 0.1% |
| South American | 596 | 2.2% |
| Spaniard | 14 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 9 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 794 | 3.0% |
| Swedish | 105 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 28 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 105 | 0.4% |
| Venezuelan | 61 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 379 | 1.4% | View All 68 Rows |
Immigrants in Clayton
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Clayton came from Latin America (1,301 | 4.9%), Central America (741 | 2.8%), Mexico (647 | 2.4%), Europe (424 | 1.6%), and Africa (393 | 1.5%), together accounting for 13.1% of all Clayton residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 393 | 1.5% |
| Asia | 334 | 1.2% |
| Bahamas | 75 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 23 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 352 | 1.3% |
| Central America | 741 | 2.8% |
| China | 46 | 0.2% |
| Colombia | 91 | 0.3% |
| Congo | 224 | 0.8% |
| Denmark | 150 | 0.6% |
| Dominican Republic | 131 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 27 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 46 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 118 | 0.4% |
| Ecuador | 56 | 0.2% |
| Egypt | 35 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 36 | 0.1% |
| England | 27 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 27 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 424 | 1.6% |
| Germany | 14 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 9 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 45 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 49 | 0.2% |
| Italy | 115 | 0.4% |
| Jamaica | 101 | 0.4% |
| Jordan | 86 | 0.3% |
| Kuwait | 79 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 1,301 | 4.9% |
| Mexico | 647 | 2.4% |
| Middle Africa | 224 | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | 107 | 0.4% |
| Northern Africa | 35 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 177 | 0.7% |
| Pakistan | 13 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 21 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 83 | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | 6 | 0.0% |
| South America | 208 | 0.8% |
| South Central Asia | 13 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 115 | 0.4% |
| Ukraine | 35 | 0.1% |
| Venezuela | 61 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 107 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 221 | 0.8% |
| Western Europe | 14 | 0.1% |
| Yemen | 50 | 0.2% | View All 48 Rows |
Sex and Age in Clayton
Sex and Age in Clayton
The most populous age groups in Clayton are 20 to 24 Years (1,273 | 9.6%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (1,203 | 8.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,005 (7.6%) | 716 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,107 (8.4%) | 915 (6.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,182 (8.9%) | 1,022 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,188 (9.0%) | 768 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,273 (9.6%) | 752 (5.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,135 (8.6%) | 1,110 (8.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 901 (6.8%) | 988 (7.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 861 (6.5%) | 808 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 832 (6.3%) | 1,203 (8.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 776 (5.9%) | 1,049 (7.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 634 (4.8%) | 980 (7.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 911 (6.9%) | 635 (4.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 516 (3.9%) | 561 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 306 (2.3%) | 489 (3.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 142 (1.1%) | 672 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 231 (1.7%) | 332 (2.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 122 (0.9%) | 463 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 124 (0.9%) | 128 (0.9%) |
| Total | 13,246 (100.0%) | 13,591 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Clayton
Median Family Size in Clayton
The median family size in Clayton is 3.24 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,896 | 69.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (709 | 10.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,896 (69.9%) | 3.28 |
| Single Male/Father | 709 (10.1%) | 2.87 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,399 (20.0%) | 3.27 |
| Total Families | 7,004 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Clayton
The median household size in Clayton is 2.79 persons per household, with single male/father households (709 | 7.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.73 persons per household. non-family households (2,575 | 26.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,896 (51.1%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 709 (7.4%) | 3.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,399 (14.6%) | 3.47 |
| Non-family | 2,575 (26.9%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 9,579 (100.0%) | 2.79 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Clayton
Out of a total of 9,579 households in Clayton, 7,004 (73.1%) are family households, while 2,575 (26.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,697, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,144.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,144 (22.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,697 (28.2%) | 431 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,968 (20.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 951 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 729 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 458 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 201 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,004 (73.1%) | 2,575 (26.9%) |
Female Fertility in Clayton
Fertility by Age in Clayton
Average fertility rate in Clayton is 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 65.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 91 (34.7%) | 32.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 171 (65.3%) | 50.0 |
| Total | 262 (100.0%) | 37.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Clayton
88.2% of women with births (262) in Clayton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 14.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 7.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 84 (92.3%) | 7 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 147 (86.0%) | 24 (14.0%) |
| Total | 231 (88.2%) | 31 (11.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Clayton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 7 (2.7%) | 6.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 189 (72.1%) | 84.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 66 (25.2%) | 40.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 262 (100.0%) | 37.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Clayton
11.8% of women with births in Clayton 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 189 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 42 (63.6%) | 24 (36.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 231 (88.2%) | 31 (11.8%) |
Income in Clayton
Income Overview in Clayton
Per Capita Income in Clayton is $34,453, while median incomes of families and households are $84,091 and $71,698 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 26,837 | $34,453 |
| Median Family Income | 7,004 | $84,091 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,004 | $107,050 |
| Median Household Income | 9,579 | $71,698 |
| Mean Household Income | 9,579 | $93,788 |
| Income Deficit | 7,004 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 26,837 | 0.90% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 26,837 | 99.10¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 26,837 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Clayton
Average Earnings in Clayton are $40,526, $40,746 for men and $40,379 for women, a difference of 0.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,669 (51.8%) | $40,746 |
| Female | 7,133 (48.2%) | $40,379 |
| Total | 14,802 (100.0%) | $40,526 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Clayton
The most common earnings brackets in Clayton are $100,000+ for men (1,166 | 15.2%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (745 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 452 (5.9%) | 241 (3.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 480 (6.3%) | 238 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 194 (2.5%) | 178 (2.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 70 (0.9%) | 146 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 144 (1.9%) | 518 (7.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 57 (0.7%) | 238 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 123 (1.6%) | 236 (3.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 218 (2.8%) | 208 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 375 (4.9%) | 120 (1.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 329 (4.3%) | 290 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 560 (7.3%) | 564 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 561 (7.3%) | 401 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 230 (3.0%) | 157 (2.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 278 (3.6%) | 294 (4.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 310 (4.0%) | 601 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 361 (4.7%) | 745 (10.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 344 (4.5%) | 739 (10.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 741 (9.7%) | 184 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 676 (8.8%) | 600 (8.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,166 (15.2%) | 435 (6.1%) |
| Total | 7,669 (100.0%) | 7,133 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Clayton
Average earnings in Clayton are $54,015 for men and $45,561 for women, a difference of 15.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,111, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,348. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,884, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,483.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $46,322 | $29,483 |
| High School Diploma | $31,348 | $30,217 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $55,114 | $35,508 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $91,111 | $52,905 |
| Graduate Degree | $76,867 | $54,884 |
| Total | $54,015 | $45,561 |
Family Income in Clayton
Family Income Brackets in Clayton
According to the Clayton family income data, there are 1,597 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 35 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 224 | 3.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 35 | 0.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 119 | 1.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 897 | 12.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 469 | 6.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,471 | 21.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 777 | 11.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,597 | 22.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 721 | 10.3% |
| $200,000+ | 700 | 10.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Clayton
6-person families (464 | 6.6%) account for the highest median family income in Clayton with $128,571 per family, while 2-person families (3,124 | 44.6%) have the highest median income of $36,782 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,124 (44.6%) | $73,565 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,713 (24.5%) | $77,905 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,091 (15.6%) | $108,091 |
| 5-Person Families | 437 (6.2%) | $105,804 |
| 6-Person Families | 464 (6.6%) | $128,571 |
| 7+ Person Families | 175 (2.5%) | $0 |
| Total | 7,004 (100.0%) | $84,091 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Clayton
The median family income in Clayton is $84,091, with families comprising 3+ earners (832) having the highest median family income of $139,097, while families with no earners (564) have the lowest median family income of $53,912, accounting for 11.9% and 8.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 564 (8.1%) | $53,912 |
| 1 Earner | 2,671 (38.1%) | $65,592 |
| 2 Earners | 2,937 (41.9%) | $104,579 |
| 3+ Earners | 832 (11.9%) | $139,097 |
| Total | 7,004 (100.0%) | $84,091 |
Household Income in Clayton
Household Income Brackets in Clayton
With 2,241 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Clayton, accounting for 23.4% of all households. In contrast, only 239 households (2.5%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 239 | 2.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 402 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 460 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 967 | 10.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 776 | 8.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,241 | 23.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,149 | 12.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,877 | 19.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 747 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 718 | 7.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Clayton
The median household income in Clayton is $71,698, with the highest median household income of $100,288 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,592 households (37.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,208, with 1,932 households (20.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 236 (2.5%) | $55,625 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,819 (39.9%) | $72,341 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,592 (37.5%) | $100,288 |
| 65+ Years | 1,932 (20.2%) | $40,208 |
| Total | 9,579 (100.0%) | $71,698 |
Poverty in Clayton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Clayton
With 6.5% poverty level for males and 9.1% for females among the residents of Clayton, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 123 males (21.8%) and 117 females (33.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 134 (13.7%) | 66 (9.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (16.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 139 (12.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 88 (14.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 88 (21.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 123 (21.8%) | 117 (33.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 37 (2.5%) | 127 (14.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 117 (5.8%) | 110 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 170 (10.0%) | 259 (12.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 50 (3.5%) | 104 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (8.9%) | 124 (10.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (1.8%) | 96 (11.0%) |
| Total | 855 (6.5%) | 1,230 (9.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Clayton
According to the poverty statistics in Clayton, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 841 (86.3%) | 650 (90.8%) |
| 5 Years | 515 (100.0%) | 126 (84.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,087 (100.0%) | 963 (87.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 518 (85.5%) | 661 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 331 (79.0%) | 268 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 441 (78.2%) | 235 (66.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,441 (97.5%) | 771 (85.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,919 (94.3%) | 1,988 (94.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,523 (90.0%) | 1,752 (87.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,410 (100.0%) | 1,965 (96.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,362 (96.5%) | 1,092 (91.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 408 (91.1%) | 1,020 (89.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 441 (98.2%) | 776 (89.0%) |
| Total | 12,237 (93.5%) | 12,267 (90.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Clayton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Clayton show that 2.7% or 134 of the total 4,896 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.1%, comprising of 62 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.7%, which includes 12 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,620 (97.8%) | 60 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,587 (99.3%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 555 (89.9%) | 62 (10.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,762 (97.3%) | 134 (2.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Clayton
According to the poverty data in Clayton, 15.2% or 108 single-father households and 9.7% or 136 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 108 households (27.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (6.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 108 (27.8%) | 69 (8.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (8.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Total | 108 (15.2%) | 136 (9.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Clayton
The poverty data for Clayton shows that 134 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 244 of the single-parent households (11.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 households (10.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (29.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 60 (2.2%) | 19 (4.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 12 (0.7%) | 177 (14.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 62 (10.1%) | 22 (6.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (29.9%) |
| Total | 134 (2.7%) | 244 (11.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Clayton
Employment by Class of Employer in Clayton
Among the 13,783 employed individuals in Clayton, private company employees (9,745 | 70.7%), local government employees (1,123 | 8.2%), and state government employees (804 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 9,745 | 70.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 777 | 5.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 453 | 3.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 658 | 4.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,123 | 8.2% |
| State Government Employees | 804 | 5.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 223 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 13,783 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Clayton
According to the labor force statistics for Clayton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,202), 70.2% or 14,182 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 255 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 91.0% or 1,843 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.5% or 56 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 484 (38.2%) | 56 (11.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,843 (91.0%) | 53 (2.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,935 (86.2%) | 37 (1.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,713 (90.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,871 (77.5%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,129 (91.0%) | 50 (1.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 914 (59.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 713 (66.2%) | 47 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 436 (27.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 139 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14,182 (70.2%) | 255 (1.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Clayton
According to labor force statistics for Clayton, 81.1% of individuals (11,273) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,900) are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 147 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 85.6% or 4,052 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.9% or 47 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 596 (76.4%) | 62 (7.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,496 (73.6%) | 85 (2.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,052 (85.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,131 (82.7%) | 45 (0.9%) |
| Total | 11,273 (81.1%) | 181 (1.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Clayton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Clayton are Community & Social Service (1,521 | 11.0%), Management (1,478 | 10.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,195 | 8.6%), Business & Financial (1,174 | 8.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,085 | 7.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Clayton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (90.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (63.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (90.5%), Education Instruction & Library (74.4%), and Business & Financial (73.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 925 (62.6%) | 553 (37.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 312 (26.6%) | 862 (73.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 848 (71.0%) | 347 (29.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 478 (90.9%) | 48 (9.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 328 (63.9%) | 185 (36.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 42 (26.9%) | 114 (73.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 571 (37.5%) | 950 (62.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 14 (9.5%) | 134 (90.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 283 (57.4%) | 210 (42.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 190 (25.6%) | 551 (74.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 84 (60.4%) | 55 (39.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 292 (26.9%) | 793 (73.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 207 (37.2%) | 350 (62.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,948 (45.7%) | 3,505 (54.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,106 (51.4%) | 6,712 (48.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Clayton are Food Preparation & Serving (833 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (521 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (254 | 1.8%), Security & Protection (228 | 1.7%), and Personal Care & Service (179 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Clayton, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (87.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (82.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (75.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (53.3%), and Personal Care & Service (45.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 63 (24.8%) | 191 (75.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 200 (87.7%) | 28 (12.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 136 (82.9%) | 28 (17.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 64 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 389 (46.7%) | 444 (53.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 318 (61.0%) | 203 (39.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 97 (54.2%) | 82 (45.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,067 (52.9%) | 948 (47.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,106 (51.4%) | 6,712 (48.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Clayton are Office & Administration (1,295 | 9.4%), and Sales & Related (1,175 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 560 (47.7%) | 615 (52.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 258 (19.9%) | 1,037 (80.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 818 (33.1%) | 1,652 (66.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,106 (51.4%) | 6,712 (48.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Clayton are Construction & Extraction (358 | 2.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (312 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (55 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 339 (94.7%) | 19 (5.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 289 (92.6%) | 23 (7.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 628 (86.6%) | 97 (13.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,106 (51.4%) | 6,712 (48.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Clayton are Material Moving (1,148 | 8.3%), Production (593 | 4.3%), and Transportation (414 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 324 (54.6%) | 269 (45.4%) |
| Transportation | 393 (94.9%) | 21 (5.1%) |
| Material Moving | 928 (80.8%) | 220 (19.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,645 (76.3%) | 510 (23.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,106 (51.4%) | 6,712 (48.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Clayton
Employment Industries in Clayton
The major employment industries in Clayton include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,606 | 11.6%), Retail Trade (1,582 | 11.5%), Professional & Scientific (1,378 | 10.0%), Manufacturing (1,311 | 9.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (1,124 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Clayton
The Clayton industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (90.2%), and Transportation & Warehousing (87.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.2%), and Finance & Insurance (68.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 735 (90.2%) | 80 (9.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 710 (54.2%) | 601 (45.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 381 (84.7%) | 69 (15.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 683 (43.2%) | 899 (56.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 979 (87.1%) | 145 (12.9%) |
| Utilities | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 114 (59.1%) | 79 (40.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 268 (31.7%) | 578 (68.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 123 (40.6%) | 180 (59.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 798 (57.9%) | 580 (42.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 489 (58.8%) | 342 (41.2%) |
| Educational Services | 323 (36.9%) | 552 (63.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 302 (18.8%) | 1,304 (81.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 113 (65.7%) | 59 (34.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 510 (49.2%) | 526 (50.8%) |
| Public Administration | 404 (54.5%) | 337 (45.5%) |
| Total | 7,106 (51.4%) | 6,712 (48.6%) |
Education in Clayton
School Enrollment in Clayton
The most common levels of schooling among the 7,872 students in Clayton are middle school (1,956 | 24.8%), college / undergraduate (1,634 | 20.8%), and high school (1,628 | 20.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 415 | 5.3% |
| Kindergarten | 597 | 7.6% |
| Elementary School | 1,312 | 16.7% |
| Middle School | 1,956 | 24.8% |
| High School | 1,628 | 20.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,634 | 20.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 330 | 4.2% |
| Total | 7,872 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Clayton
Out of a total of 7,872 students who are enrolled in schools in Clayton, 1,165 (14.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,707 (85.2%) 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 127 (56.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,504 (95.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 97 (43.3%) | 127 (56.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,461 (80.6%) | 352 (19.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,998 (93.3%) | 144 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,504 (95.6%) | 70 (4.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 213 (82.6%) | 45 (17.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 493 (72.2%) | 190 (27.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 437 (78.0%) | 123 (22.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 506 (81.9%) | 112 (18.1%) |
| Total | 6,707 (85.2%) | 1,165 (14.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Clayton
Business (875 | 14.9%), arts & humanities (793 | 13.5%), education (642 | 11.0%), psychology (503 | 8.6%), and engineering (488 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 5,858 individuals in Clayton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 163 | 2.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 330 | 5.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 294 | 5.0% |
| Psychology | 503 | 8.6% |
| Social Sciences | 272 | 4.6% |
| Engineering | 488 | 8.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 22 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 468 | 8.0% |
| Business | 875 | 14.9% |
| Education | 642 | 11.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 59 | 1.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 350 | 6.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 283 | 4.8% |
| Communications | 316 | 5.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 793 | 13.5% |
| Total | 5,858 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Clayton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Clayton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Clayton are males with 2 vehicles (3,237, accounting for 45.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,881, making up 48.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 201 (2.8%) | 36 (0.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 737 (10.3%) | 1,473 (22.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,237 (45.2%) | 2,881 (43.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,485 (20.7%) | 1,240 (18.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,384 (19.3%) | 950 (14.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 113 (1.6%) | 42 (0.6%) |
| Total | 7,157 (100.0%) | 6,622 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Clayton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Clayton are 30 to 34 minutes (2,402 commuters, 20.1%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,578 commuters, 13.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,481 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 112 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 638 | 5.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,318 | 11.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,479 | 12.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,481 | 12.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 505 | 4.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,402 | 20.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 390 | 3.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 926 | 7.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,578 | 13.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 746 | 6.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 405 | 3.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Clayton
The most common commute times in Clayton are 30 to 34 minutes (1,300 commuters, 20.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,102 commuters, 19.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 45 (0.7%) | 67 (1.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 413 (6.6%) | 225 (3.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 682 (11.0%) | 636 (11.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 704 (11.3%) | 775 (13.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 814 (13.1%) | 667 (11.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 300 (4.8%) | 205 (3.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,300 (20.9%) | 1,102 (19.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 189 (3.0%) | 201 (3.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 371 (6.0%) | 555 (9.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 660 (10.6%) | 918 (15.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 473 (7.6%) | 273 (4.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 271 (4.4%) | 134 (2.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Clayton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Clayton are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,368, 22.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,156, 20.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 210 (3.4%) | 294 (5.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 105 (1.7%) | 66 (1.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 283 (4.5%) | 338 (5.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,368 (22.0%) | 861 (14.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 460 (7.4%) | 560 (9.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 970 (15.6%) | 1,156 (20.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 429 (6.9%) | 559 (9.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 784 (12.6%) | 642 (11.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 306 (4.9%) | 188 (3.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 233 (3.7%) | 220 (3.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 158 (2.5%) | 52 (0.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 51 (0.8%) | 68 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 263 (4.2%) | 530 (9.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 602 (9.7%) | 224 (3.9%) |
| Total | 6,222 (100.0%) | 5,758 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Clayton
Occupancy by Ownership in Clayton
Of the total 9,579 dwellings in Clayton, owner-occupied units account for 6,370 (66.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,209 (33.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,370 | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,209 | 33.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 9,579 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Clayton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,144 | 22.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,128 | 32.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,968 | 20.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,339 | 24.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 9,579 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Clayton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 809 (37.7%) | 1,335 (62.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,144 (68.5%) | 984 (31.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,442 (73.3%) | 526 (26.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,975 (84.4%) | 364 (15.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,370 (66.5%) | 3,209 (33.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Clayton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 309 (58.3%) | 221 (41.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,075 (59.5%) | 733 (40.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,508 (64.6%) | 1,376 (35.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,478 (73.8%) | 879 (26.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Clayton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,855 | 19.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,200 | 23.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,981 | 20.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,611 | 16.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 979 | 10.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 802 | 8.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 151 | 1.6% |
| Total | 9,579 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Clayton
Median Income by Occupancy in Clayton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,370 (66.5%) | $88,700 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,209 (33.5%) | $53,945 |
| Average | 9,579 (100.0%) | $71,698 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Clayton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 102 (1.6%) | 70 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 45 (0.7%) | 24 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 (0.5%) | 370 (11.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 75 (1.2%) | 130 (4.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 147 (2.3%) | 107 (3.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 561 (8.8%) | 411 (12.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 476 (7.5%) | 298 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,399 (22.0%) | 843 (26.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 647 (10.2%) | 499 (15.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,520 (23.9%) | 356 (11.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,365 (21.4%) | 101 (3.2%) |
| Total | 6,370 (100.0%) | 3,209 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Clayton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 117 (1.8%) | 129 (4.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 505 (7.9%) | 83 (2.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 606 (9.5%) | 627 (19.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 629 (9.9%) | 105 (3.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,360 (21.3%) | 1,033 (32.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,992 (31.3%) | 892 (27.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 786 (12.3%) | 257 (8.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 211 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 164 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,370 (100.0%) | 3,209 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Clayton
Housing Structures in Clayton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,676 | 69.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 472 | 4.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 283 | 2.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 146 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 355 | 3.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,275 | 13.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 372 | 3.9% |
| Total | 9,579 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Clayton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,842 (87.5%) | 834 (12.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 254 (53.8%) | 218 (46.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 283 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 146 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 17 (4.8%) | 338 (95.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 23 (1.8%) | 1,252 (98.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 234 (62.9%) | 138 (37.1%) |
| Total | 6,370 (66.5%) | 3,209 (33.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Clayton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 195 (6.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 129 (2.0%) | 741 (23.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,809 (28.4%) | 1,661 (51.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,430 (38.2%) | 339 (10.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,002 (31.4%) | 273 (8.5%) |
| Total | 6,370 (100.0%) | 3,209 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Clayton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,735 (27.2%) | 461 (14.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 256 (4.0%) | 118 (3.7%) |
| Electricity | 4,302 (67.5%) | 2,589 (80.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 49 (0.8%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 10 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 18 (0.3%) | 31 (1.0%) |
| Total | 6,370 (100.0%) | 3,209 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Clayton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 118 (1.8%) | 131 (4.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,566 (24.6%) | 1,409 (43.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,478 (38.9%) | 1,498 (46.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,208 (34.7%) | 171 (5.3%) |
| Total | 6,370 (100.0%) | 3,209 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Clayton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Clayton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,681 | 4,689 |
| Median Property Value | $218,400 | $274,400 |
| Median Household Income | $75,511 | $1,078 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $599 | $164 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,249 | $46 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Clayton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 327 (19.5%) | 68 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 206 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 737 (43.8%) | 2,666 (56.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 383 (22.8%) | 1,779 (37.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 28 (1.7%) | 144 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (0.7%) |
| Total | 1,681 (100.0%) | 4,689 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Clayton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 69 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 74 (4.4%) | 78 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 153 (9.1%) | 181 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 88 (5.2%) | 408 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 443 (26.4%) | 388 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 225 (13.4%) | 956 (20.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 342 (20.3%) | 422 (9.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 287 (17.1%) | 1,178 (25.1%) |
| Total | 1,681 (100.0%) | 4,689 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Clayton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 825 (49.1%) | 98,311 (2,096.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 220 (13.1%) | 1,053 (22.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 168 (10.0%) | 1,251 (26.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 468 (27.8%) | 903 (19.3%) |
| Total | 1,681 (100.0%) | 4,689 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Clayton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 200 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 359 (21.4%) | 76 (1.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,037 (61.7%) | 521 (11.1%) |
| Total | 1,681 (100.0%) | 4,689 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Clayton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clayton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,264 (94.9%) | 122 (5.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,116 (95.8%) | 226 (4.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,757 (71.1%) | 713 (28.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,061 (80.1%) | 761 (19.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,155 (86.8%) | 479 (13.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,064 (89.1%) | 375 (10.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,331 (89.4%) | 277 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,591 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,321 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,660 (88.9%) | 2,954 (11.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Clayton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,264 (94.9%) | 122 (5.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,116 (95.8%) | 226 (4.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,757 (71.1%) | 713 (28.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Clayton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,155 (79.7%) | 294 (20.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,398 (77.5%) | 984 (22.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,526 (82.7%) | 1,156 (17.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,218 (88.2%) | 297 (11.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,356 (98.1%) | 220 (1.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clayton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 991 (41.5%) | 1,471 (61.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,025 (37.9%) | 3,509 (65.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 77 (3.1%) | 1,715 (69.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 302 (7.9%) | 2,945 (77.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 529 (14.6%) | 2,705 (74.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 211 (6.1%) | 3,029 (88.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 418 (16.0%) | 2,153 (82.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,510 (94.9%) | 1,218 (76.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,321 (100.0%) | 799 (60.5%) |
| Total | 7,384 (27.7%) | 19,544 (73.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Clayton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (2.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 260 (8.0%) | 39 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 145 (4.2%) | 195 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 478 (10.7%) | 536 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 112 (25.0%) | 374 (32.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 249 (55.5%) | 480 (55.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Clayton
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (2.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 92 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 33 (0.7%) | 119 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 (11.2%) | 138 (12.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 199 (44.3%) | 116 (13.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.0%) | 38 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 85 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (11.6%) | 63 (7.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 260 (8.0%) | 39 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 60 (1.7%) | 76 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 342 (7.7%) | 249 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (12.0%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 122 (27.2%) | 114 (13.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.4%) | 51 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 174 (3.9%) | 314 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (5.4%) | 280 (24.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 173 (38.5%) | 309 (35.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 169 (3.8%) | 78 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (11.6%) | 92 (10.5%) |
Technology Access in Clayton
Computing Device Access in Clayton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,153 | 85.1% |
| Smartphone | 8,680 | 90.6% |
| Tablet | 6,196 | 64.7% |
| No Computing Device | 440 | 4.6% |
| Total | 9,579 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Clayton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 7 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 7,119 | 74.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 767 | 8.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 603 | 6.3% |
| No Internet | 1,311 | 13.7% |
| Total | 9,579 | 100.0% |
Clayton Summary
Clayton is a town located in Johnston County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Raleigh-Durham-Cary Combined Statistical Area. The population was 16,116 at the 2010 census, up from 6,973 at the 2000 census.
Geography
Clayton is located in western Johnston County at 35°37′45″N 78°25′45″W (35.629093, -78.429093). It is bordered to the north by the town of Archer Lodge, to the east by the town of Smithfield, to the south by the town of Garner, and to the west by the town of Wendell.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 24.2 square miles (62.6 km2), of which 24.1 square miles (62.4 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2), or 0.37%, is water.
History
Clayton was founded in 1869 by John D. Clayton, a former Confederate soldier. The town was named after him. The town was incorporated in 1887.
In the early 20th century, Clayton was a major tobacco market and was known as the "Bright Leaf Tobacco Capital of the World". The town was also home to several cotton mills.
Economy
Clayton's economy is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The town is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Caterpillar, Inc., which produces construction and mining equipment, and Novo Nordisk, which produces pharmaceuticals.
The town is also home to several retail stores including Walmart Lowe s and Target
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 16,116 people, 6,093 households, and 4,092 families residing in the town. The population density was 667.2 people per square mile (257.9/km2). There were 6,541 housing units at an average density of 270.3 per square mile (104.5/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 73.2% White, 17.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.3% of the population.
There were 6,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 15.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 32.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $53,945. Males had a median income of $37,945 versus $27,945 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Clayton?
Total Population of Clayton is 26,837.
What is the Total Male Population of Clayton?
Total Male Population of Clayton is 13,246.
What is the Total Female Population of Clayton?
Total Female Population of Clayton is 13,591.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Clayton?
There are 97.46 Males per 100 Females in Clayton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Clayton?
There are 102.60 Females per 100 Males in Clayton.
What is the Median Population Age in Clayton?
Median Population Age in Clayton is 32.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Clayton
Average Family Size in Clayton is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Clayton
Average Household Size in Clayton is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Clayton?
Per Capita income in Clayton is $34,453.
What is the Median Family Income in Clayton?
Median Family Income in Clayton is $84,091.
What is the Median Household income in Clayton?
Median Household Income in Clayton is $71,698.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Clayton?
Income or Wage Gap in Clayton is 0.9%.
Women in Clayton earn 99.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Clayton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Clayton is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Clayton?
There are 14,182 People in the Labor Forcein in Clayton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Clayton?
70.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Clayton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Clayton?
Unemployment Rate in Clayton is 1.8%.