Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 76 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,452 (32.2%) |
| Some College | 1,451 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 1,350 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,556 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,846 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,322 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $168,556 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $802/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,870 |
| Vacant Units | 777 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clay County is located in Iowa and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,018 residents. With a median age of 41.77, it is a middle-aged county.
Clay County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,321 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Clay County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $168,556 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $801. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Clay County are primarily White (91.53%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Clay County, IA is a solidly middle-class area in Iowa. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51333 | Dickens | 395 | $96,563 | $181,600 | $985 | 0.4% | 40.3% |
| 51338 | Everly | 912 | $56,346 | $120,400 | $752 | 2.1% | 36.7% |
| 51340 | Fostoria | 80 | $88,750 | $116,700 | — | 0.0% | 42.9% |
| 51047 | Peterson | 739 | $93,125 | $130,500 | $800 | 0.0% | 50.3% |
| 51357 | Royal | 841 | $72,344 | $121,300 | $785 | 2.0% | 42.3% |
| 51301 | Spencer | 12,402 | $61,175 | $180,400 | $796 | 4.7% | 41.2% |
| 51366 | Webb | 335 | $75,000 | $119,400 | $979 | 0.0% | 35.4% |