Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
14%
Clayton
Clayton, NC Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,354
Population
33,481
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Raleigh’s artsy, nature-loving satellite town
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Welcome to Clayton, North Carolina, a growing community located just 16 miles southeast of downtown Raleigh. This established town combines historic charm with contemporary living options, from preserved homes in the Clayton Historic District to new rental communities throughout the area.
Clayton's recreational spaces include an extensive network of parks and trails. The Clayton River Walk on the Neuse and the Sam's Branch Greenway Trail provide opportunities for walking, biking, and outdoor recreation. The 32,000-square-foot Clayton Community Center houses fitness facilities, while East Clayton Community Park offers soccer fields and a disc golf course. The Clayton Center, housed in the historic Clayton Graded School building, serves as a performing arts and conference venue in the heart of town. With convenient access to I-40 and US 70, residents can easily reach the Research Triangle while enjoying Clayton's community atmosphere.
Explore the City
Downtown Clayton Main Street
Downtown Zebulon
Lots of Green Space
Circle Fountain in Riverwood
9 Bar Coffee Shop at Riverwood
Sitting Next to the Neuse River and Surrounded by Riverwood Golf Club, Riverwood Has a Lot to Offer for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,008
Average: $88,049
Education
8,324
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,977
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Clayton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Clayton, NC is $1,346 for one bedroom, $1,551 for two bedrooms, and $1,834 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clayton has decreased by -2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,346/month
801 Sq Ft
House
$2,036/month
1,766 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,673/month
1,392 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clayton, NC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
810 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
922 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
616 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
822 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
444 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
750 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
573 Students
Public
Grades K-8
679 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
948 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,879 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,024 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Clemmons Educational State Forest
- Anderson Point Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
Top Apartments in Clayton
Houses for Rent in Clayton
Property Management Companies in Clayton, NC
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17
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Taft Family Ventures
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16
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11
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The Michaels Organization
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80
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1 Community in Clayton
Drucker & Falk
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163
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ECI Group
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27
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.