Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.9% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 44 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,360 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 824 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 876 (19%) |
| Bachelors | 286 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,230 (26.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,390 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,165 ▼ 50% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $785/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,630 |
| Vacant Units | 766 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clay County is located in Texas and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,910 residents. With a median age of 48.95, it is a mature county.
Clay County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,389 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.0%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Clay County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $139,165 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $784. Homeownership rates are high at 78.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Clay County are primarily White (87.58%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Clay County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 5 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.