Clayton town, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Clayton town • Census GEOID: 3712860
• Johnston County / Wake County
Clayton town is an incorporated town in Johnston County, Wake County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Clayton town had an estimated population of 32,633 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Clayton town (GEOID 3712860).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Clayton
Municipal
Official Title:
Planner
Address:
PO BOX 879, CLAYTON NC 27528-0879
County Of Johnston
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
PO BOX 1049, SMITHFIELD NC 27577-1049
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,633 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $78,822 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $329,600 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 17.24 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).