Living in Clay County, North Carolina

Clay County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 10,703. The main communities are Hayesville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,419/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $322K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 48°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Clay County has older demographics, with a median age of 52 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.