City Intelligence
What it costs, how it lives, and what to check before you buy in Clayton. Sourced from U.S. Census, HUD, NCES, FEMA, and FCC — aggregated across the whole city, not just one neighborhood.
Livability Score
Strong across most livability factors.
Population
46,059
Median Home
$245K
Median Income
$83K
Zip Codes Covered
1
With a population of 46,059, Clayton is a mid-sized NC city. Median household income is $83K with homes valued around $245K. The city scores highest in weather (A+).
Tends to fit: value-focused buyers.
Key housing and market metrics for Clayton, NC. Use these numbers as a starting point, then dig into specific neighborhoods.
Median Home Value
$245K
Vacancy Rate
5.0%
Owner-Occupied
77%
Area stats for ZIP codes in Clayton, sorted by population. Run a Real Report Card on a specific address for property-level detail.
27520
Area StatsPop: 46,059
Home Value: $245K
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Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, FEMA, EPA, NCES, NREL, HUD, FCC, NOAA, EIA, OpenStreetMap. Data represents the primary zip code for Clayton and may not reflect all neighborhoods. Market conditions change frequently; this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute real estate advice. Last updated on a rolling basis.
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Charlotte, NC
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