Living in Clay County, Indiana

Clay County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 26,503, part of the Terre Haute, IN MSA metro area. The main communities are Brazil, Knightsville, Clay City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,419/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $164K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 41°F) and hot summers (highs around 82°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Clay County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.