Clayton town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Clayton town, Indiana Demographics
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As of 2026, Clayton town, Indiana has a total population of 874, the 387th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $83,500, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.1%.

Clayton town Quick Facts

Population 874

Median Household Income $83,500

Median Home Value $214,900

Poverty Rate 5.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 43.3 years

Homeownership Rate 72.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.7%

High School Graduation Rate 91.3%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 874 387th of 967

Median Income $83,500 top 30%

Poverty Rate 5.1% 59% lower national

Median Home Value $214,900 top 20%

How Clayton town Compares

Median Household Income

Clayton town

$83,500

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Clayton town

$214,900

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.5%

$25K-$50K 19.3%

$50K-$100K 37.9%

$100K+ 35.4%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

71.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.9%

Renter 27.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.4%

18-34

26.4%

35-54

21.5%

55-74

28.5%

75+

6.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Clayton town Rankings in Indiana

#387 Population of 967

#169 Median Income of 967

#304 Education of 967

#150 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Clayton town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lanesville town	871	$80,473	$208,000	24.4%	2.5%
Millersburg town	892	$78,750	$169,300	12.9%	25.1%
Wheatfield town	841	$80,625	$191,900	13.2%	10.5%
Tecumseh CDP	870	$92,708	$240,700	52.9%	7.8%
Homecroft town	801	$83,333	$214,800	46.1%	1.1%

Population Overview

Clayton town is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 874. It ranks as the 387th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Clayton town is 43.3 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Clayton town is $83,500. This is 19% higher than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 59% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $214,900. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Clayton town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Clayton town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.4%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 9.1%.

Education

20.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Clayton town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Clayton town, Indiana?

Clayton town, Indiana has a population of 874 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Clayton town, IN?

The median household income in Clayton town is $83,500, which is 6% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Clayton town, IN?

The poverty rate in Clayton town is 5.1%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Clayton town, Indiana?

Clayton town's population is 88.9% White, 1.5% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Clayton town, IN?

The median home value in Clayton town is $214,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Clayton town, Indiana?

20.7% of adults (25+) in Clayton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.