Clay County, GA

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Clay County Overview

2,855
TOTAL POPULATION
1,335
MALE POPULATION
1,520
FEMALE POPULATION
87.83
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.86
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,191
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,264
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,174
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Clay County Area Codes

Race in Clay County

The most populous races in Clay County are Black / African American (1,747 | 61.2%), White / Caucasian (1,050 | 36.8%), and Asian (44 | 1.5%).
Race in Clay County
Race# Population% Population
Asian441.5%
Black / African American1,74761.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino120.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,05036.8%
Two or more Races140.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,855100.0%

Ancestry in Clay County

The most populous ancestries reported in Clay County are American (418 | 14.6%), English (131 | 4.6%), Irish (59 | 2.1%), Thai (44 | 1.5%), and German (42 | 1.5%), together accounting for 24.3% of all Clay County residents.
Ancestry in Clay County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American41814.6%
Austrian20.1%
British40.1%
Cherokee10.0%
Cuban120.4%
Czech180.6%
English1314.6%
European100.4%
French130.5%
German421.5%
Haitian190.7%
Irish592.1%
Italian210.7%
Polish210.7%
Portuguese20.1%
Russian100.4%
Scandinavian80.3%
Scotch-Irish80.3%
Scottish80.3%
Thai441.5%
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Immigrants in Clay County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Clay County came from Caribbean (31 | 1.1%), Latin America (31 | 1.1%), Asia (26 | 0.9%), India (26 | 0.9%), and South Central Asia (26 | 0.9%), together accounting for 4.9% of all Clay County residents.
Immigrants in Clay County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia260.9%
Canada180.6%
Caribbean311.1%
Cuba120.4%
England40.1%
Europe40.1%
Haiti190.7%
India260.9%
Latin America311.1%
Northern Europe40.1%
South Central Asia260.9%
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Sex and Age in Clay County

Sex and Age in Clay County

The most populous age groups in Clay County are 40 to 44 Years (168 | 12.6%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (156 | 10.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Clay County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (3.4%)131 (8.6%)
5 to 9 Years27 (2.0%)63 (4.1%)
10 to 14 Years67 (5.0%)86 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years144 (10.8%)156 (10.3%)
20 to 24 Years50 (3.7%)155 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years103 (7.7%)23 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Years52 (3.9%)69 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Years43 (3.2%)88 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years168 (12.6%)65 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years56 (4.2%)77 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years43 (3.2%)104 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years138 (10.3%)96 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years47 (3.5%)47 (3.1%)
65 to 69 Years90 (6.7%)91 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years86 (6.4%)85 (5.6%)
75 to 79 Years47 (3.5%)125 (8.2%)
80 to 84 Years51 (3.8%)44 (2.9%)
85 Years and over78 (5.8%)15 (1.0%)
Total1,335 (100.0%)1,520 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Clay County

Median Family Size in Clay County

The median family size in Clay County is 3.40 persons per family, with single female/mother families (241 | 36.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (49 | 7.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.31 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Clay County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple365 (55.7%)3.20
Single Male/Father49 (7.5%)2.31
Single Female/Mother241 (36.8%)3.92
Total Families655 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Clay County

The median household size in Clay County is 2.45 persons per household, with single female/mother households (241 | 21.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.05 persons per household. non-family households (488 | 42.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Clay County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple365 (31.9%)3.20
Single Male/Father49 (4.3%)2.31
Single Female/Mother241 (21.1%)4.05
Non-family488 (42.7%)1.11
Total Households1,143 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Clay County

Out of a total of 1,143 households in Clay County, 655 (57.3%) are family households, while 488 (42.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 450, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 439.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Clay County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-439 (38.4%)
2-Person Households450 (39.4%)49 (4.3%)
3-Person Households75 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households84 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households26 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households13 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total655 (57.3%)488 (42.7%)

Female Fertility in Clay County

Fertility by Age in Clay County

Female Fertility by Age in Clay County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Clay County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Clay County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Clay County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Clay County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Clay County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Clay County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Clay County

Income Overview in Clay County

Per Capita Income in Clay County is $22,191, while median incomes of families and households are $53,750 and $43,264 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,855$22,191
Median Family Income655$53,750
Mean Family Income655$60,306
Median Household Income1,143$43,264
Mean Household Income1,143$48,429
Income Deficit655$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,85526.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,85573.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,8550.40

Earnings by Sex in Clay County

Average Earnings in Clay County are $29,023, $34,009 for men and $25,000 for women, a difference of 26.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Clay County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male633 (52.8%)$34,009
Female566 (47.2%)$25,000
Total1,199 (100.0%)$29,023

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Clay County

The most common earnings brackets in Clay County are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (98 | 15.5%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (90 | 15.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Clay County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less49 (7.7%)50 (8.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (0.6%)40 (7.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49936 (5.7%)16 (2.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99922 (3.5%)42 (7.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49925 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99919 (3.0%)90 (15.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49911 (1.7%)6 (1.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99931 (4.9%)7 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49919 (3.0%)16 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99920 (3.2%)16 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99929 (4.6%)64 (11.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99963 (10.0%)77 (13.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99920 (3.2%)57 (10.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9998 (1.3%)37 (6.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99998 (15.5%)18 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99925 (4.0%)3 (0.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99928 (4.4%)11 (1.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99945 (7.1%)10 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (5.2%)4 (0.7%)
$100,000+48 (7.6%)2 (0.4%)
Total633 (100.0%)566 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Clay County

Average earnings in Clay County are $45,057 for men and $30,000 for women, a difference of 33.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,977, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,750. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $31,494, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $31,494.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Clay County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,750$0
High School Diploma$38,125$0
College or Associate's Degree$68,977$31,494
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,057$30,000

Family Income in Clay County

Family Income Brackets in Clay County

According to the Clay County family income data, there are 210 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Clay County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000304.6%
$10,000 to $14,999253.8%
$15,000 to $24,999609.2%
$25,000 to $34,99910816.5%
$35,000 to $49,9998012.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997211.0%
$75,000 to $99,99921032.1%
$100,000 to $149,999599.0%
$150,000 to $199,99991.4%
$200,000+20.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Clay County

2-person families (458 | 69.9%) account for the highest median family income in Clay County with $55,455 per family, while 2-person families (458 | 69.9%) have the highest median income of $27,728 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Clay County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families458 (69.9%)$55,455
3-Person Families76 (11.6%)$48,889
4-Person Families75 (11.5%)$0
5-Person Families26 (4.0%)$0
6-Person Families7 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families13 (2.0%)$0
Total655 (100.0%)$53,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in Clay County

The median family income in Clay County is $53,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (39) having the highest median family income of $96,146, while families with 1 earner (287) have the lowest median family income of $36,518, accounting for 5.9% and 43.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Clay County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners199 (30.4%)$52,330
1 Earner287 (43.8%)$36,518
2 Earners130 (19.9%)$86,400
3+ Earners39 (5.9%)$96,146
Total655 (100.0%)$53,750

Household Income in Clay County

Household Income Brackets in Clay County

With 237 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Clay County, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (0.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Clay County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000796.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991139.9%
$15,000 to $24,99915513.6%
$25,000 to $34,99917115.0%
$35,000 to $49,99918916.5%
$50,000 to $74,99912611.0%
$75,000 to $99,99923720.7%
$100,000 to $149,999595.2%
$150,000 to $199,999111.0%
$200,000+20.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Clay County

The median household income in Clay County is $43,264, with the highest median household income of $46,552 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 406 households (35.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $26,000, with 290 households (25.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Clay County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years14 (1.2%)$27,813
25 to 44 Years290 (25.4%)$26,000
45 to 64 Years406 (35.5%)$46,552
65+ Years433 (37.9%)$46,174
Total1,143 (100.0%)$43,264

Poverty in Clay County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay County

With 20.0% poverty level for males and 30.7% for females among the residents of Clay County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (50.8%) and 119 females (65.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (22.2%)69 (52.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (26.3%)34 (38.6%)
12 to 14 Years27 (48.2%)13 (27.7%)
15 Years33 (50.8%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (8.3%)21 (16.4%)
18 to 24 Years24 (29.6%)119 (65.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)30 (32.6%)
35 to 44 Years94 (44.6%)55 (35.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)21 (11.9%)
55 to 64 Years28 (15.8%)67 (46.9%)
65 to 74 Years32 (19.1%)12 (6.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (10.7%)
Total262 (20.0%)458 (30.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay County

According to the poverty statistics in Clay County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Clay County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (77.8%)62 (47.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years28 (73.7%)54 (61.4%)
12 to 14 Years29 (51.8%)34 (72.3%)
15 Years32 (49.2%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years44 (91.7%)107 (83.6%)
18 to 24 Years57 (70.4%)64 (35.0%)
25 to 34 Years155 (100.0%)62 (67.4%)
35 to 44 Years117 (55.4%)98 (64.0%)
45 to 54 Years99 (100.0%)155 (88.1%)
55 to 64 Years149 (84.2%)76 (53.1%)
65 to 74 Years136 (80.9%)164 (93.2%)
75 Years and over165 (100.0%)142 (89.3%)
Total1,046 (80.0%)1,032 (69.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Clay County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Clay County show that 7.4% or 27 of the total 365 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.5%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Clay County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children261 (92.5%)21 (7.4%)
1 or 2 Children51 (89.5%)6 (10.5%)
3 or 4 Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total338 (92.6%)27 (7.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Clay County

According to the poverty data in Clay County, 8.2% or 4 single-father households and 30.7% or 74 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (9.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Clay County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children4 (9.5%)21 (18.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)23 (26.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)23 (69.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total4 (8.2%)74 (30.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Clay County

The poverty data for Clay County shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (7.4%) and 78 of the single-parent households (26.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (10.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Clay County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children21 (7.4%)25 (16.1%)
1 or 2 Children6 (10.5%)23 (24.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)23 (69.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total27 (7.4%)78 (26.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Clay County

Employment by Class of Employer in Clay County

Among the 1,101 employed individuals in Clay County, private company employees (826 | 75.0%), local government employees (87 | 7.9%), and state government employees (64 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Clay County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees82675.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)131.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)514.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations444.0%
Local Government Employees877.9%
State Government Employees645.8%
Federal Government Employees161.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,101100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Clay County

According to the labor force statistics for Clay County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,371), 49.5% or 1,174 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 41 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 94.2% or 114 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.2% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Clay County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years46 (19.6%)7 (15.2%)
20 to 24 Years157 (76.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years83 (65.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years114 (94.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years294 (80.8%)28 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years228 (81.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years123 (52.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years32 (34.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years88 (25.0%)6 (6.8%)
75 Years and over8 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,174 (49.5%)41 (3.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Clay County

According to labor force statistics for Clay County, 71.7% of individuals (874) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,219) are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 28 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 79.9% or 426 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.8% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Clay County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School129 (64.8%)16 (7.8%)
High School Diploma257 (70.4%)26 (7.0%)
College / Associate Degree426 (79.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher62 (50.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total874 (71.7%)39 (3.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Clay County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Clay County are Management (71 | 6.3%), Community & Social Service (69 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (45 | 4.0%), Education Instruction & Library (41 | 3.6%), and Health Technologists (36 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Clay County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Clay County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Clay County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management56 (78.9%)15 (21.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 13 (18.8%)56 (81.2%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Total (Category)74 (39.0%)116 (61.1%)
Total (Overall)597 (52.7%)535 (47.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Clay County are Security & Protection (68 | 6.0%), Law Enforcement (68 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (44 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (35 | 3.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (24 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Clay County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Clay County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (51.4%), Security & Protection (50.0%), and Law Enforcement (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (83.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Clay County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Security & Protection34 (50.0%)34 (50.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement34 (50.0%)34 (50.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving4 (16.7%)20 (83.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance18 (51.4%)17 (48.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)56 (30.8%)126 (69.2%)
Total (Overall)597 (52.7%)535 (47.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Clay County are Sales & Related (110 | 9.7%), and Office & Administration (99 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Clay County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Clay County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related33 (30.0%)77 (70.0%)
Office & Administration14 (14.1%)85 (85.9%)
Total (Category)47 (22.5%)162 (77.5%)
Total (Overall)597 (52.7%)535 (47.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Clay County are Construction & Extraction (93 | 8.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (83 | 7.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (45 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Clay County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Clay County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry70 (84.3%)13 (15.7%)
Construction & Extraction93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)208 (94.1%)13 (5.9%)
Total (Overall)597 (52.7%)535 (47.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Clay County are Production (174 | 15.4%), Transportation (113 | 10.0%), and Material Moving (43 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Clay County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Clay County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production61 (35.1%)113 (64.9%)
Transportation113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving38 (88.4%)5 (11.6%)
Total (Category)212 (64.2%)118 (35.8%)
Total (Overall)597 (52.7%)535 (47.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Clay County

Employment Industries in Clay County

The major employment industries in Clay County include Manufacturing (194 | 17.1%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (132 | 11.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (131 | 11.6%), Public Administration (120 | 10.6%), and Construction (117 | 10.3%).
Employment Industries in Clay County

Employment Industries by Sex in Clay County

The Clay County industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (90.1%), and Construction (88.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Clay County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting119 (90.1%)13 (9.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction103 (88.0%)14 (12.0%)
Manufacturing84 (43.3%)110 (56.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Retail Trade48 (43.2%)63 (56.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services10 (25.0%)30 (75.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (9.2%)119 (90.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services12 (19.1%)51 (80.9%)
Public Administration41 (34.2%)79 (65.8%)
Total597 (52.7%)535 (47.3%)

Education in Clay County

School Enrollment in Clay County

The most common levels of schooling among the 731 students in Clay County are high school (288 | 39.4%), college / undergraduate (141 | 19.3%), and elementary school (107 | 14.6%).
School Enrollment in Clay County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool243.3%
Kindergarten324.4%
Elementary School10714.6%
Middle School9913.5%
High School28839.4%
College / Undergraduate14119.3%
Graduate / Professional405.5%
Total731100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Clay County

Out of a total of 731 students who are enrolled in schools in Clay County, 51 (7.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 680 (93.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 42 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 24 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Clay County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old89 (98.9%)1 (1.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds145 (94.8%)8 (5.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds241 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
35 Years and over31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total680 (93.0%)51 (7.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Clay County

Education (112 | 34.9%), business (51 | 15.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (43 | 13.4%), literature & languages (24 | 7.5%), and arts & humanities (22 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 321 individuals in Clay County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Clay County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4313.4%
Physical & Health Sciences20.6%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences154.7%
Engineering195.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology72.2%
Business5115.9%
Education11234.9%
Literature & Languages247.5%
Liberal Arts & History134.1%
Visual & Performing Arts103.1%
Communications30.9%
Arts & Humanities226.9%
Total321100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Clay County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Clay County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Clay County are males with 2 vehicles (193, accounting for 32.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (159, making up 37.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Clay County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle11 (1.9%)16 (3.1%)
1 Vehicle153 (25.8%)191 (37.5%)
2 Vehicles193 (32.6%)159 (31.2%)
3 Vehicles69 (11.7%)90 (17.7%)
4 Vehicles96 (16.2%)34 (6.7%)
5 or more Vehicles70 (11.8%)19 (3.7%)
Total592 (100.0%)509 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Clay County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Clay County are 10 to 14 minutes (259 commuters, 24.2%), less than 5 minutes (139 commuters, 13.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (126 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Clay County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes13913.0%
5 to 9 Minutes827.7%
10 to 14 Minutes25924.2%
15 to 19 Minutes12611.8%
20 to 24 Minutes726.7%
25 to 29 Minutes938.7%
30 to 34 Minutes1059.8%
35 to 39 Minutes333.1%
40 to 44 Minutes363.4%
45 to 59 Minutes858.0%
60 to 89 Minutes323.0%
90 or more Minutes60.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Clay County

The most common commute times in Clay County are 10 to 14 minutes (191 commuters, 34.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (118 commuters, 23.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Clay County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes75 (13.4%)64 (12.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes66 (11.8%)16 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes191 (34.1%)68 (13.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes8 (1.4%)118 (23.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes56 (10.0%)16 (3.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes10 (1.8%)83 (16.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes58 (10.4%)47 (9.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (3.2%)15 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes31 (5.5%)5 (1.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes19 (3.4%)66 (13.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes28 (5.0%)4 (0.8%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (1.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Clay County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Clay County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (132, 23.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (101, 19.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Clay County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM132 (23.6%)28 (5.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (1.3%)5 (1.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM38 (6.8%)34 (6.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM104 (18.6%)29 (5.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM41 (7.3%)6 (1.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM14 (2.5%)94 (18.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM125 (22.3%)62 (12.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM51 (9.1%)101 (19.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5 (0.9%)33 (6.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM10 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)80 (15.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM33 (5.9%)36 (7.1%)
Total560 (100.0%)508 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Clay County

Occupancy by Ownership in Clay County

Of the total 1,143 dwellings in Clay County, owner-occupied units account for 781 (68.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 362 (31.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Clay County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units78168.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units36231.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,143100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Clay County

Occupancy by Household Size in Clay County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household43938.4%
2-Person Household49943.7%
3-Person Household756.6%
4+ Person Household13011.4%
Total Housing Units1,143100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Clay County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Clay County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household283 (64.5%)156 (35.5%)
2-Person Household396 (79.4%)103 (20.6%)
3-Person Household32 (42.7%)43 (57.3%)
4+ Person Household70 (53.8%)60 (46.2%)
Total Housing Units781 (68.3%)362 (31.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Clay County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Clay County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School122 (74.4%)42 (25.6%)
High School Diploma293 (67.7%)140 (32.3%)
College/Associate Degree220 (58.2%)158 (41.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher146 (86.9%)22 (13.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Clay County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Clay County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years877.6%
35 to 44 Years21719.0%
45 to 54 Years18416.1%
55 to 64 Years22219.4%
65 to 74 Years23320.4%
75 to 84 Years13511.8%
85 Years and Over655.7%
Total1,143100.0%

Housing Finances in Clay County

Median Income by Occupancy in Clay County

Median Income by Occupancy in Clay County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied781 (68.3%)$47,075
Renter-Occupied362 (31.7%)$26,944
Average1,143 (100.0%)$43,264

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Clay County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Clay County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00019 (2.4%)27 (7.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99915 (1.9%)18 (5.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99938 (4.9%)75 (20.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99974 (9.5%)23 (6.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99948 (6.1%)10 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99984 (10.8%)88 (24.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999156 (20.0%)33 (9.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99994 (12.0%)32 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999193 (24.7%)44 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (6.0%)12 (3.3%)
$150,000 or more13 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total781 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Clay County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Clay County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300140 (17.9%)51 (14.1%)
$300 to $499130 (16.7%)101 (27.9%)
$500 to $799259 (33.2%)56 (15.5%)
$800 to $99924 (3.1%)8 (2.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499180 (23.1%)3 (0.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99936 (4.6%)17 (4.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49912 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total781 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Clay County

Housing Structures in Clay County

Housing Structures in Clay County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached56249.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments171.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments433.8%
10 or more Apartments232.0%
Mobile Home / Other49843.6%
Total1,143100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Clay County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Clay County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached420 (74.7%)142 (25.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other361 (72.5%)137 (27.5%)
Total781 (68.3%)362 (31.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Clay County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Clay County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms26 (3.3%)31 (8.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms301 (38.5%)180 (49.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms295 (37.8%)115 (31.8%)
8 or more Rooms154 (19.7%)36 (9.9%)
Total781 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Clay County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Clay County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas18 (2.3%)26 (7.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas71 (9.1%)8 (2.2%)
Electricity692 (88.6%)328 (90.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total781 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Clay County

Household Vehicle Usage in Clay County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (1.8%)81 (22.4%)
1 Vehicle320 (41.0%)120 (33.2%)
2 Vehicles296 (37.9%)88 (24.3%)
3 or more Vehicles151 (19.3%)73 (20.2%)
Total781 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Clay County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Clay County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units525256
Median Property Value$59,800$125,000
Median Household Income$46,224$1
Monthly Housing Costs$487$0
Real Estate Taxes$567$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Clay County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Clay County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000174 (33.1%)42 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999201 (38.3%)56 (21.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999119 (22.7%)148 (57.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99926 (5.0%)10 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total525 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Clay County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Clay County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00032 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999125 (23.8%)2 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (8.2%)35 (13.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999132 (25.1%)41 (16.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99965 (12.4%)24 (9.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99992 (17.5%)29 (11.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (4.6%)101 (39.5%)
$150,000 or more12 (2.3%)23 (9.0%)
Total525 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Clay County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Clay County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x314 (59.8%)72,000 (28,125.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x57 (10.9%)80 (31.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x9 (1.7%)111 (43.4%)
4.0x or more145 (27.6%)7 (2.7%)
Total525 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Clay County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Clay County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800305 (58.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49967 (12.8%)32 (12.5%)
$800 to $1,499136 (25.9%)109 (42.6%)
Total525 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Clay County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years172 (90.5%)18 (9.5%)
6 to 18 Years497 (95.4%)24 (4.6%)
19 to 25 Years268 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years133 (69.3%)59 (30.7%)
35 to 44 Years268 (73.6%)96 (26.4%)
45 to 54 Years248 (90.2%)27 (9.8%)
55 to 64 Years264 (82.5%)56 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years337 (98.0%)7 (2.0%)
75 Years and older324 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,511 (89.7%)287 (10.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Clay County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Clay County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born172 (90.5%)18 (9.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen497 (95.4%)24 (4.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen268 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Clay County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Clay County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000473 (75.1%)157 (24.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999805 (96.6%)28 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999323 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999640 (93.2%)47 (6.8%)
$100,000 and over270 (83.1%)55 (16.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Clay County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6107 (56.3%)65 (34.2%)
6 to 18 Years349 (67.0%)160 (30.7%)
19 to 25 Years35 (13.1%)241 (89.9%)
25 to 34 Years37 (19.3%)96 (50.0%)
35 to 44 Years59 (16.2%)232 (63.7%)
45 to 54 Years10 (3.6%)242 (88.0%)
55 to 64 Years101 (31.6%)184 (57.5%)
65 to 74 Years337 (98.0%)152 (44.2%)
75 Years and over324 (100.0%)257 (79.3%)
Total1,359 (48.6%)1,629 (58.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Clay County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Clay County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years35 (16.9%)12 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years19 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years76 (15.6%)61 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years66 (39.3%)55 (31.2%)
75 Years and over121 (73.3%)46 (28.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Clay County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Clay County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years28 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over121 (73.3%)2 (1.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Clay County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (5.3%)12 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (2.7%)10 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years32 (19.1%)26 (14.8%)
75 Years and over11 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Clay County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (10.9%)22 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years10 (5.9%)2 (1.1%)
75 Years and over36 (21.8%)20 (12.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Clay County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (7.8%)54 (11.4%)
65 to 74 Years18 (10.7%)55 (31.2%)
75 Years and over36 (21.8%)25 (15.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Clay County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years28 (5.8%)13 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years11 (6.6%)2 (1.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Clay County

Computing Device Access in Clay County

Computing Device Access in Clay County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop64256.2%
Smartphone93281.5%
Tablet52345.8%
No Computing Device928.1%
Total1,143100.0%

Internet Access in Clay County

Internet Access in Clay County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home44138.6%
Cellular Data Only32028.0%
Satellite Internet24221.2%
No Internet23120.2%
Total1,143100.0%

Clay County Summary

Clay County is located in the southwestern corner of Georgia, and is bordered by Alabama to the west, Florida to the south, and Georgia's other counties to the north and east. The county seat is Fort Gaines, and the county is named for Henry Clay, a prominent statesman from Kentucky. Clay County covers an area of 441 square miles, and has a population of approximately 10,000 people.

Geography

Clay County is located in the Appalachian foothills, and is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The county is drained by the Chattahoochee River, which forms its western border with Alabama. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Seminole, which is located in the southeastern corner of the county. The county is mostly rural, with the majority of the population living in small towns and villages.

Economy

The economy of Clay County is largely based on agriculture, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related activities. The county is also home to several small manufacturing companies, as well as a few larger companies such as Georgia-Pacific and Georgia Power. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the county.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Clay County had a population of 10,068 people. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 17.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $15,945. About 18.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Clay County is a rural county located in the southwestern corner of Georgia. The county is characterized by rolling hills and valleys, and is home to several small lakes. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related activities. The population of the county is mostly White, with a small percentage of African Americans and other racial groups. The median income for a household in the county is lower than the state average, and the poverty rate is higher than the state average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Clay County?
Total Population of Clay County is 2,855.
What is the Total Male Population of Clay County?
Total Male Population of Clay County is 1,335.
What is the Total Female Population of Clay County?
Total Female Population of Clay County is 1,520.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Clay County?
There are 87.83 Males per 100 Females in Clay County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Clay County?
There are 113.86 Females per 100 Males in Clay County.
What is the Median Population Age in Clay County?
Median Population Age in Clay County is 42.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Clay County
Average Family Size in Clay County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Clay County
Average Household Size in Clay County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Clay County?
Per Capita income in Clay County is $22,191.
What is the Median Family Income in Clay County?
Median Family Income in Clay County is $53,750.
What is the Median Household income in Clay County?
Median Household Income in Clay County is $43,264.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Clay County?
Income or Wage Gap in Clay County is 26.5%.
Women in Clay County earn 73.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Clay County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Clay County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Clay County?
There are 1,174 People in the Labor Forcein in Clay County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Clay County?
49.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Clay County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Clay County?
Unemployment Rate in Clay County is 3.5%.