Economy & Jobs — Clay City, Illinois
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $53,472 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$61,200 |
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| Per Capita Income | $29,155 |
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| Poverty Rate | 32.5% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 342 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 19.0% |
| Manufacturing | 17.3% |
| Agriculture | 12.9% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 11 |
| Commercial Banks | 9 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 8 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Gas Stations | 7 |
| Auto Repair | 6 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Chiropractors | 5 |
| Law Offices | 4 |
| Dental Offices | 4 |
| Physician Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
