Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,846 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 56,964 (35.2%) |
| Some College | 19,623 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 24,920 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 16,816 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 37,710 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,502 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $193,850 ▼ 30% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,372/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 106,210 |
| Vacant Units | 8,781 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clayton County is located in Georgia and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 283,358 residents. With a median age of 34.19, it is a relatively young county.
Clayton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,501 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Clayton County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $193,850 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,372.
The residents of Clayton County are majority Black (68.82%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Clayton County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 13 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30288 | Conley | 7,352 | $50,499 | $225,100 | $1,168 | 6.7% | 36.2% |
| 30294 | Ellenwood | 43,076 | $76,731 | $233,300 | $1,622 | 7.2% | 40.1% |
| 30297 | Forest Park | 28,892 | $45,975 | $121,400 | $1,144 | 6.7% | 25.3% |
| 30236 | Jonesboro | 51,784 | $68,867 | $219,700 | $1,233 | 6.3% | 32.7% |
| 30238 | Jonesboro | 43,050 | $60,232 | $208,200 | $1,438 | 6.8% | 35.0% |
| 30260 | Morrow | 27,784 | $55,212 | $189,800 | $1,391 | 8.2% | 29.3% |
| 30273 | Rex | 19,111 | $68,255 | $184,500 | $1,441 | 4.2% | 35.5% |
| 30274 | Riverdale | 33,929 | $50,455 | $157,100 | $1,241 | 5.5% | 30.8% |
| 30296 | Riverdale | 27,774 | $60,322 | $184,700 | $1,527 | 6.9% | 36.1% |