Clay, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Clay, Alabama is 10,288 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 67th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $86,163, the median home value is $198,400, and the median age is 40.4.
The population has grown 2.8% since 2010 (9,958 → 10,241).
10,288
Population
912
People / sq mi
$86,163
Median Income
$198,400
Median Home Value
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Clay covers 11.3 sq mi of land at 912 people per square mile.
About Clay, AL
Homeownership is the standout figure in Clay: 93.8% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 10,288 residents, Clay is a city in Alabama.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $86,163 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.7%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $198,400, with typical rent around $1,373.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.4%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Clay, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Clay city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Clay city had a population of 9,958 in 2010 and 10,241 in 2024, a 2.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,318 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.21%.
10,241
Population (2024)
9,958
Population (2010)
10,318
Peak (2020)
0.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,958 |
| 2011 | 10,005 |
| 2012 | 9,952 |
| 2013 | 9,977 |
| 2014 | 9,969 |
| 2015 | 9,935 |
| 2016 | 9,882 |
| 2017 | 9,847 |
| 2018 | 9,886 |
| 2019 | 9,923 |
| 2020 | 10,318 |
| 2021 | 10,305 |
| 2022 | 10,299 |
| 2023 | 10,241 |
| 2024 | 10,241 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.3% |
| Black or African American | 39.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$86,163
Median Household Income
$33,528
Per Capita Income
7.7%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$198,400
Median Home Value
$1,373
Median Rent
93.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.6%
High School+
23.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
86.6%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
34.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.6%
Foreign Born
96.6%
Non-English at Home
9.0%
Veterans
16.7%
With Disability
93.9%
Health Insurance
91.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.3% |
| Retail Trade | 9.9% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.0% |
| Public Administration | 6.3% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Construction | 5.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clay, Alabama has a population of 10,288 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 67th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Clay, Alabama is $86,163, with 7.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Clay, Alabama is $198,400, with median monthly rent at $1,373 and a homeownership rate of 93.8%.
The median age in Clay, Alabama is 40.4 years. The population is 46.4% male and 53.6% female.
The population has grown 2.8% since 2010 (9,958 → 10,241).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.