Clayton is a town located in Johnston County, North Carolina. Clayton has a 2025 population of 32,564. Clayton is currently growing at a rate of 3.74% annually and its population has increased by 21.99% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 26,693 in 2020.
The average household income in Clayton is $93,056 with a poverty rate of 8.05%.The median age in Clayton is 32.7 years: 30.2 years for males, and 36.1 years for females.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Clayton includes 60.19% White, 27.14% Black or African American, 5.51% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
---|---|---|
White | 16,879 | 60.19% |
Black or African American | 7,611 | 27.14% |
Two or more races | 1,821 | 6.49% |
Other race | 1,545 | 5.51% |
Asian | 151 | 0.54% |
Native American | 36 | 0.13% |
Married
Widowed
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Separated
Never Married
Clayton's average per capita income is $51,127. Household income levels show a median of $73,348. The poverty rate stands at 8.05%.
Name | Median | Mean |
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Married Families | $105,587 | - |
Families | $86,374 | $106,043 |
Households | $73,348 | $93,056 |
Non Families | $52,905 | $54,017 |
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