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Living in Clayton, California
Clayton is a Contra Costa County city of 14,000 at the base of Mount Diablo — the Bay Area's iconic 3,849-foot peak — with direct access to Mount Diablo State Park's 20,000 acres of trails. The city's historic downtown on Main Street and surrounding residential hills give it the most distinctly smal
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Clayton, California?
When relocating to Clayton, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in California. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
10,937
Nearby Airport
OAK · Oakland International Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, San Jose Earthquakes
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$1,400–$4,200
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$175,707
Median Home Value
$1,055,200
Median Gross Rent
$3,501
Households
3,982
Homeownership Rate
89.2%
Renter Rate
10.8%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
