Clayton

Johnston County, North Carolina

Population 234K |Median income $83,384 |1 hospital

Population

234,263

Johnston County

Median Income

$83,384

+23% vs avg

Median Home Value

$305,600

+34% vs avg

Median Age

38.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

234K+36%

Median Income

$83,384+68%

Median Home Value

$305,600+116%

Poverty Rate

10.6%-38%

Unemployment

3.8%-66%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,146/mo

Poverty Rate

10.6% -25% vs avg

Unemployment 3.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.9%

Work From Home 14.7%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 64.2%

African American 16.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

35.3%

Obesity

35.1%

High Blood Pressure

35.1%

Physical Inactivity

23.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.9%

Binge Drinking

15.2%

Current Smoking

14.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.7%

Diabetes

11.6%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.3%

Dental Visit 61.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.9%

Stroke

3.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

JOHNSTON HEALTH

SMITHFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Clayton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Clayton, NC? ▼

Clayton, NC has a population of 234,263 people, located in Johnston County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Clayton? ▼

The median household income in Clayton, NC is $83,384 per year. The poverty rate is 10.6%.

What is the median home value in Clayton? ▼

The median home value in Clayton, NC is $305,600. Median rent is $1,146/month.

What are the top health concerns in Clayton? ▼

The top health indicators in Clayton include Short Sleep Duration (35.3%), Obesity (35.1%), High Blood Pressure (35.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Clayton? ▼

Clayton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Clayton? ▼

The median age in Clayton, NC is 38.1 years. 28.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Clayton, NC is located in Johnston County, North Carolina. With a population of 234K and a median household income of $83,384, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Clayton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Johnston County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.