Clay township, Indiana
Clay township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Clay township is a geographic entity located in St. Joseph County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,221. The land area covers 19.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 34,221 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,931 | ±554 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 16,803 | ±551 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,931 | ±554 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,872 | ±287 |
| Median Home Value | $226,400 | ±$8,338 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,132 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,406 | ±$3,600 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,698 | ±$2,200 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,139 | ±579 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,790 | ±833 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF CLAY
GUS Population: 34,363 (2024)
ID: 164120
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLAY TWP TRUSTEE
18355 AUTEN RD, SOUTH BEND IN 46637-2608
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GUS Population: 273,744 (2024)
ID: 103755
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
227 W JEFFERSON BLVD, SOUTH BEND IN 46601-1830
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | South Bend, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NILES, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Elkhart, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berrien Springs, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mishawaka, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of Notre Dame
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College | 2.1 mi away | 400 Main Building, Notre Dame, IN, 46556 |
5746315000
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ROGER B FRANCIS BRANCH
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 52655 NORTH IRONWOOD ROAD, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46635 |
(574) 282-4641
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Saint Mary's College
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College | 2.4 mi away | 133 Le Mans Hall, Notre Dame, IN, 46556 |
5742844000
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GERMAN TOWNSHIP BRANCH
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 52807 LYNNEWOOD AVE, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46628 |
(574) 271-5144
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Holy Cross College
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College | 2.7 mi away | 54515 State Road 933 North, Notre Dame, IN, 46556-0308 |
5742398377
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ST JOSEPH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 304 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46601 |
(574) 282-4646
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Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 445 E. University Drive, Granger, IN, 46530-4479 |
5742730304
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HARRIS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 51446 ELM ROAD, GRANGER, IN, 46530 |
(574) 259-5277
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Bethel University
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College | 3.9 mi away | 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN, 46545-5591 |
5748077000
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RIVER PARK BRANCH
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 2022 MISHAWAKA AVENUE, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46615 |
(574) 282-4635
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at S BEND, IN US, located 2.4 miles from Clay township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.8° | 17.1° | 24.5° | 2.71" | — |
| February | 35.0° | 18.8° | 26.9° | 2.32" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 27.4° | 37.0° | 2.44" | — |
| April | 59.2° | 38.1° | 48.7° | 3.59" | — |
| May | 70.4° | 49.5° | 60.0° | 4.32" | — |
| June | 79.9° | 59.4° | 69.7° | 4.23" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 63.0° | 73.0° | 4.14" | — |
| August | 81.2° | 61.3° | 71.3° | 4.23" | — |
| September | 75.5° | 53.6° | 64.6° | 3.67" | — |
| October | 62.6° | 41.9° | 52.3° | 3.97" | — |
| November | 48.2° | 32.0° | 40.1° | 2.86" | — |
| December | 36.8° | 23.2° | 30.0° | 2.39" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Village town | Town | 1.2 mi | — |
| Roseland town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Notre Dame CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| South Bend city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Granger CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Mishawaka city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1814113222. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.