Clayton

Clayton

It’s growing in popularity because of its suburban yet close-knit community feel.

Welcome to Clayton

Clayton, NC is a thriving community just outside of the Triangle area and only 20 miles from downtown Raleigh. It’s growing in popularity because of its suburban yet close-knit community feel, perfect for families seeking a smaller city but with the benefits of being close to a big city. Clayton’s charming downtown area has plenty of locally owned small businesses and restaurants and hosts a variety of festivals, summer concerts, movie nights, and seasonal events. Clayton is known for its affordable homes, with a lot of new construction and family-friendly neighborhoods.
 
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Overview for Clayton, NC

33,286 people live in Clayton, where the median age is 38.9 and the average individual income is $31,985.38. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

33,286

Total Population

38.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,985.38

Average individual Income

Around Clayton, NC

There's plenty to do around Clayton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

18
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Food Lion, Clayton Seafood Market, and InStill Distilling.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 2.99 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.2 miles 6 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 0.95 miles 12 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 4.25 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.1 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.81 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Clayton, NC

Clayton has 11,818 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Clayton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 33,286 people call Clayton home. The population density is 645.21 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

33,286

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.9

Median Age

50.51 / 49.49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
11,818

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$31,985.38

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Clayton, NC

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Clayton. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Johnston Charter Academy
PUBLIC
K - 8th
5/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
West Clayton Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
2/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5
Powhatan Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 1st
No rating available
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
3/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5

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