Clayton County's 2026 population is estimated at 294,349, reflecting a -0.57% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Clayton County is the 7th largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 259,899 and has grown 13.26% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 33.7 years
Female: 35.2 years
Male: 32 years
There are 218,844 adults, (32,022 of whom are seniors) in Clayton County.
Female: 158,149 (52.9%)
Male: 140,775 (47.1%)
The racial composition of Clayton County includes 69.41% Black or African American, 9.67% White, 7.28% other race, 4.93% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 207,482 | 69.41% |
| White | 28,917 | 9.67% |
| Two or more races | 24,485 | 8.19% |
| Other race | 21,755 | 7.28% |
| Asian | 14,751 | 4.93% |
| Native American | 1,345 | 0.45% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 189 | 0.06% |
Clayton County 's average per capita income is $39,435. Household income levels show a median of $59,806. The poverty rate stands at 17.95%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $92,586 | $108,835 |
| Families | $67,209 | $84,214 |
| Households | $59,806 | $75,442 |
| Non Families | $43,206 | $51,337 |
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