Living in Clay County, Texas

Clay County is a county in Texas with a population of around 10,421, part of the Wichita Falls, TX MSA metro area. The main communities are Henrietta, Petrolia, Byers.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,419/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $180K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 58°F) and very hot summers (highs around 95°F). Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Clay County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 47 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.