Clay County, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
26,431 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,676 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$416 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Terre Haute Metro Area
1
Indiana
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Terre Haute Metro Area
3
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 27
Feb 2 3 31
Mar 3 1 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 4 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, IN State Senate District 38, IN State House District 46, IN
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Schools

Jackson Township Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Staunton Elementary School
8 miles, N • 5 star
Clay City Jr-Sr High School
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
Clay City Elementary School
8 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
13 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Indiana State University
16 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
20 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Clay Hospital Inc
9 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Terre Haute Regional Hospital
16 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Union Hospital Inc
17 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
49 miles, E • 3.2 star
Evansville Regional Airport
96 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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