Clayton, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Clayton, Ohio is 13,269 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 144th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $90,886, the median home value is $189,100, and the median age is 45.1.
The population has grown 0.3% since 2010 (13,250 → 13,296).
13,269
Population
717
People / sq mi
$90,886
Median Income
$189,100
Median Home Value
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Clayton covers 18.5 sq mi of land at 717 people per square mile.
About Clayton, OH
What distinguishes Clayton is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 717 people per square mile. With 13,269 residents, Clayton is a city in Ohio.
Median household income is $90,886, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $189,100, with typical rent around $1,069.
Roughly 36.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Clayton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Clayton city had a population of 13,250 in 2010 and 13,296 in 2024, a 0.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,305 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.03%.
13,296
Population (2024)
13,250
Population (2010)
13,305
Peak (2020)
0.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,250 |
| 2011 | 13,227 |
| 2012 | 13,221 |
| 2013 | 13,217 |
| 2014 | 13,191 |
| 2015 | 13,178 |
| 2016 | 13,187 |
| 2017 | 13,202 |
| 2018 | 13,219 |
| 2019 | 13,222 |
| 2020 | 13,305 |
| 2021 | 13,283 |
| 2022 | 13,245 |
| 2023 | 13,259 |
| 2024 | 13,296 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.3% |
| Black or African American | 29.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$90,886
Median Household Income
$43,387
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$189,100
Median Home Value
$1,069
Median Rent
82.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.2%
High School+
36.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
79.5%
Public Transit
7.1%
Work From Home
21.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.2%
Foreign Born
95.9%
Non-English at Home
9.1%
Veterans
12.3%
With Disability
95.5%
Health Insurance
96.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.4% |
| Manufacturing | 11.5% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Public Administration | 7.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.6% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Information | 5.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clayton, Ohio has a population of 13,269 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 144th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Clayton, Ohio is $90,886, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Clayton, Ohio is $189,100, with median monthly rent at $1,069 and a homeownership rate of 82.0%.
The median age in Clayton, Ohio is 45.1 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 0.3% since 2010 (13,250 → 13,296).
Clayton city, OH Climate
Clayton city, OH has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F) and receives about 979 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.9°C
Avg Temp
979
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 59 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 56 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 84 mm |
| April | 10° / 51° | 98 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 107 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 96 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 99 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 87 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 68 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 69 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 81 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 75 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Clayton city, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Clayton city, OH are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.