Clayton, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Wake County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Clayton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
28,043
2023 ACS
Median Income
$73,348
2023
Median Home Value
$292,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,542
2023
Median Age
32.7
Unemployment
2.0%
Cost of Living Index
127.2
100 = national avg
Clayton is a city in Wake County, North Carolina, with a population of 28,043 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Clayton is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Clayton is $73,348, and the median home value is $292,400. The cost of living index is 127.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,542 per month. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, and the median age is 32.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
28,043
Male
13,613
48.5%
Female
14,430
51.5%
Median Age
32.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
22.5%
High School or Higher
38.5%
Foreign Born
9.4%
Veterans
5.7%
Married
40.4%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.538
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
60.2%
Foreign Born
9.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
13.7%
3,828 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
86.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
26,102
English Only
83.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
3,047 speakers
Limited English
6.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.7%
Limited English Proficiency
6.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,596
5.7% of population
Disability Rate
35.8%
572 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$55,116
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,391
87.2%
Female Veterans
205
12.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$55,116
Non-Veteran Income
$40,620
Difference
$14,496
35.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
572
Without Disability
1,024
Disability Rate
35.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
15,486
#1 Ancestry
English
8.5% (2,378)
#2 Ancestry
American
8.4% (2,350)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
7.9% (2,202)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
10,341
Family Households
7,326
70.8%
Married Couples
5,194
50.2%
Non-Family Households
3,015
29.2%
Single Mother Households
1,369
13.2%
Single Father Households
763
7.4%
Living Alone
2,475
23.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
7,134
In Married Couple
3,939
55.2%
With Single Mother
2,001
28.0%
With Single Father
1,194
16.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$86,374
Married Couple Income
$105,587
Single Mother Income
$52,877
Single Father Income
$71,291
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
605
Grandparents Responsible
350
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$73,348
+0% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,285
-5% vs national
Poverty Rate
8.1%
-41% vs national
Gini Index
0.4051
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
2.0%
-62% vs national
SNAP Recipients
10.0%
of households
How Clayton Compares
Clayton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Clayton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Clayton, NC has a median household income of $73,348, making it the 10,961st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher median household income than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Clayton, NC has a per capita income of $35,285, making it the 11,985th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher per capita income than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Clayton, NC has a poverty rate of 8.1%, making it the 19,310th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher poverty rate than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Clayton, NC has a unemployment rate of 2.0%, making it the 20,753rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher unemployment rate than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Clayton. The median household income here is $73,348.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
2.0%
-66% vs NC avg
Labor Force
15,043
Employed
14,655
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
22.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
32.7
Work from Home
14.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
127.2
100 = national avg
+27.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,975
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,304
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,596
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,750
per month
The median household income in Clayton, NC is $73,348, which is 0.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,285. The poverty rate of 8.1% is lower than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4051, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 15,043. 22.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 76.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 127.2, which is 27.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,975 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$313,500
Median List Price
$349,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Days on Market
107
Active Inventory
154
Months of Supply
7.0
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$359,415
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,851
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
9.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
21.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
22
New Listings
55
Pending Sales
42
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$196
Median List $/SF
$203
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Clayton, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area, home prices have risen 400.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 147.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 110.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 56.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.1%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Raleigh-Cary, NC housing market rather than Clayton alone.
Metro area: Raleigh-Cary, NC
Clayton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Clayton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Clayton, NC has a median home value of $292,400, making it the 7,337th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher median home value than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Clayton, NC has a median rent of $1,542, making it the 3,873rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher median rent than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Clayton, NC has a price per square foot of $196, making it the 8,379th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher price per square foot than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Clayton, NC has a rent burden of 25.2%, making it the 3,285th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Clayton has a higher rent burden than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$292,400
Median Rent
$1,542
Total Housing Units
10,927
Vacancy Rate
5.4%
Owner Occupied
64.3%
Renter Occupied
35.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,565
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,557
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,565
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
of home value
Median Home Value
$292,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,654
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,565) by the median home value ($292,400). In Clayton, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.88%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Clayton, NC is $313,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 107 days on the market. 9.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $196. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,851/month. About 64.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2006. There are 10,927 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,565. The effective tax rate is 0.88%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.68
per 1,000 residents
-35% vs national
Property Crime Rate
12.83
per 1,000 residents
-25% vs national
Total Crimes
457
2024
Violent Clearance
42%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
+26.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Clayton Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Clayton vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Clayton is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Clayton police solve 46% of aggravated assault cases but only 4% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 6 | 0.19 | 33.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 6 | 0.19 | 16.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 41 | 1.30 | 46.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 17 | 0.54 | 11.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 335 | 10.64 | 9.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 52 | 1.65 | 3.8% |
Clayton, NC reported 53 violent crimes and 404 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.68 per 1,000 residents is 35.3% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 42% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 335 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 29.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 53 | 404 | 1.68 | 12.83 |
| 2023 | 41 | 480 | 1.33 | 15.52 |
| 2022 | 34 | 370 | 1.13 | 12.32 |
| 2021 | 44 | 492 | 1.58 | 17.71 |
| 2020 | 40 | 601 | 1.53 | 23.04 |
| 2019 | 40 | 497 | 1.68 | 20.85 |
| 2018 | 29 | 417 | 1.30 | 18.73 |
| 2017 | 26 | 367 | 1.24 | 17.47 |
| 2016 | 28 | 380 | 1.40 | 19.03 |
| 2015 | 28 | 402 | 1.47 | 21.13 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
87.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
25
Public Assistance
$1.1B
Individual Assistance
$3.3M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Chantal → | Severe Storm(s) | Sep 2025 | $53K | — |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | $25.0M | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | $9K | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Fred → | Flood | Sep 2021 | $48K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $283K | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $961.8M | $2.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $543K | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Michael → | Tropical Storm | Jan 2019 | $66K | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $9.8M | $16K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $8.4M | $333K |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $4.3M | $384K |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | $47K | — |
Showing 20 of 43 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,638
Total Claims Paid
$31,238,830
Avg Claim Payout
$19,071
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
35
Federal Funding
$15,711,884
Properties Protected
106
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.28
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 17 | $11,588,195 |
| 601.1: Generators | 5 | $275,142 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 2 | $0 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $10,825 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $652,383 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Clayton has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, heat wave, tornado. The area has had 25 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (11 declarations). 1,638 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,052,537,110 in public assistance recovery funding. $3,297,631 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 35 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.2%
0.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.7%
1.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.6%
1.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.4%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.6%
Arthritis
23.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.7%
Loneliness
32.7%
Lack of Support
22.7%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.4%
Mobility
12.2%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
5.9%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Clayton has an obesity rate of 35.2%, which is 0.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.7%, 1.2pp above the national average. About 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. 79.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.8 mi
Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health | 7.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus | 8.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services | 8.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Johnston Health | 12.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital | 19.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
34,297
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CLAYTON, TOWN OF | 29,689 | 0 |
| TOWN OF CLAYTON - NORTH | 4,523 | 0 |
| COUNTRY SQUIRE MOBILE ESTATES | 85 | 0 |
There are 3 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
76.2%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
0.0%
-98% vs national
Work From Home
14.6%
+57% vs national
Carpool
8.1%
Walk
0.3%
How Clayton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
5-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Clayton, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 76.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.6% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 8.1% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
76.5%
of households
No Internet
6.1%
of households
Total Households
10,341
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.3%
of households
Smartphone
91.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
86.3%
of households
Tablet
64.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Clayton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Population Served
34,297
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAYTON, TOWN OF | Community | Purchased surface water | 29,689 | 0 |
| TOWN OF CLAYTON - NORTH | Community | Purchased surface water | 4,523 | 0 |
| COUNTRY SQUIRE MOBILE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 85 | 0 |
89.4% of households in Clayton have broadband internet access. 76.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.1% of households have no internet access. 7.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 34,297 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Clayton is located in Wake County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Clayton.
Election Overview
Source: Wake County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
402,984
61.9%
GOP Votes
236,735
36.4%
Total Votes
650,796
Margin
D+25.5%
Shift from 2020
R+0.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 402,984 | 236,735 | 650,796 | 61.9% | 36.4% | D+25.5 |
| 2020 | 393,336 | 226,197 | 631,830 | 62.3% | 35.8% | D+26.5 |
| 2016 | 298,353 | 193,607 | 510,940 | 58.4% | 37.9% | D+20.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Wake County recorded 650,796 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.9% of the vote compared to 36.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+25.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Wake County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
276
Total Assets
$86.6M
Total Income
$47.1M
Per 10K Residents
98.4
nonprofits
+71.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
6
Median Assets
$62K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $82.7M of $86.6M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Clayton
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFClayton, NC has 276 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $86.6M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 52 organizations. 6 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 98.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
193
Total Approved
$66.3M
Jobs Supported
1,751
Per 10K Residents
68.8
SBA loans
+2.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
49
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
29 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1993–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
183
Total Amount
$60.4M
Avg Loan
$330,085
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$45.2M(75%)
Jobs Supported
1,591
Loans
10
Total Amount
$5.9M
Avg Loan
$591,900
Median Loan
$503,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
54
28% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$16.6M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$308,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gatehouse Self Storage of Clayton Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Deep River Brewing Company | 2 | $3.6M |
| Emc Holdings Llc | 2 | $2.6M |
| Dayco Manufacturing Inc | 2 | $2.4M |
| Landon Estate | 1 | $2.4M |
| Austin Trucking Llc | 2 | $2.4M |
| Best Price Cleaners | 4 | $2.1M |
| Godusi Llc | 1 | $2.1M |
| Carolina Cpl Cooperative Inc. | 1 | $1.7M |
| Grabowski & Associates Dds Pllc | 1 | $1.5M |
Clayton, NC has received 193 SBA loans totaling $66.3M in approved funding between 1993 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 183 loans (95% of the total), supporting 1,591 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 10 loans totaling $5.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Clayton is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 29 loans. That works out to 68.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
280,499
Avg Median Income
-$95,165,190
Avg Home Value
-$94,978,352
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27520 | 48,662 | $84,545 | $282,200 | $1,430 | 70.8 |
| 27527 | 35,968 | $111,011 | $360,700 | $1,617 | 44.1 |
| 27529 | 55,201 | $86,426 | $325,600 | $1,379 | 57.7 |
| 27545 | 33,750 | $85,400 | $301,300 | $1,560 | 31.6 |
| 27591 | 26,745 | $76,710 | $288,100 | $1,280 | 66.6 |
| 27593 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 27610 | 80,173 | $66,245 | $260,300 | $1,319 | 45.1 |
Clayton, NC has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 280,499. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$95,165,190. The average median home value is -$94,978,352. The average median monthly rent is -$95,236,869.
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