Clay County's 2026 population is estimated at 244,812, reflecting a 1.67% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Clay County is the 25th largest county in Florida. The 2010 population was 191,453 and has grown 27.87% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.4 years
Female: 41.7 years
Male: 38.9 years
There are 175,585 adults, (39,006 of whom are seniors) in Clay County.
Female: 115,100 (50.6%)
Male: 112,484 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Clay County includes 69.9% White, 11.8% Black or African American, 3.66% other race, 3.08% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 159,072 | 69.9% |
| Black or African American | 26,854 | 11.8% |
| Two or more races | 25,568 | 11.23% |
| Other race | 8,333 | 3.66% |
| Asian | 7,004 | 3.08% |
| Native American | 473 | 0.21% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 280 | 0.12% |
Clay County 's average per capita income is $49,729. Household income levels show a median of $87,820. The poverty rate stands at 9.22%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $112,281 | $128,973 |
| Families | $100,451 | $116,779 |
| Households | $87,820 | $105,935 |
| Non Families | $52,199 | $66,028 |
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