Living in Clay County, Florida

Clay County is a county in Florida with a population of around 203,967, part of the Jacksonville, FL MSA metro area. The main communities are Orange Park, Green Cove Springs, Keystone Heights.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,419/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $340K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 69°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Clay County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.