Living in Clay County, Nebraska

Clay County is a county in Nebraska with a population of around 6,309. The main communities are Sutton, Harvard, Clay Center.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,419/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $148K. 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 39°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Clay County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.