Clay County's 2026 population is estimated at 2,835, reflecting a 0.71% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Clay County is the 155th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 3,176 and has grown -10.74% since 2010.
Overall: 45.3 years
Female: 45 years
Male: 46.1 years
There are 2,288 adults, (831 of whom are seniors) in Clay County.
Female: 1,652 (58%)
Male: 1,198 (42%)
The racial composition of Clay County includes 60.53% Black or African American, 37.3% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 1,725 | 60.53% |
| White | 1,063 | 37.3% |
| Two or more races | 61 | 2.14% |
| Native American | 1 | 0.04% |
Clay County 's average per capita income is $41,823. Household income levels show a median of $49,147. The poverty rate stands at 21.02%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,815 | - |
| Families | $83,750 | $88,058 |
| Households | $49,147 | $69,560 |
| Non Families | $43,221 | $41,677 |
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