Clay, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,112 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,884 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$75,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$512 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Webster County
1
Henderson Urban Area
2
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Webster County
1
Henderson Urban Area
3
Kentucky
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 4 0 58
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 1 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Clay Elementary School
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Webster County High School
6 miles, E · 3.2star
Dixon Elementary School
6 miles, E · 3.2star

Colleges

Madisonville Community College
19 miles, SE · 1.4star
Henderson Community College
24 miles, NE · 1.4star
University of Southern Indiana
34 miles, NE · 1.9star
Rogers Academy of Hair Design
37 miles, NE · 1star

Hospitals

Methodist Hospital Union County
12 miles, N · 4.1star
Crittenden Community Hospital
18 miles, W · 3.2star
Baptist Health Madisonville
20 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
42 miles, NE · 1.4star
Barkley Regional Airport
60 miles, W · 1star