What is the housing market like in Clayton, NC?

The median listing price in Clayton is $386,250. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026

How is the commute from Clayton, NC?

Approximate drive to downtown Raleigh: ~25 min via US-70 W / I-40 (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak).

Which school district serves Clayton, NC?

Clayton is served by Johnston County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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About Clayton

Johnston County. Clayton is Johnston County's largest community, a fast-growing suburb along US-70 with a revitalized Main Street. A small part of town extends into Wake County.

Front of the former Clayton Auditorium and Elementary School, located at 101 and 111 Second Street in Clayton, North Carolina, United States. Built in 1926 and 1915, they are listed together on the National Register of HPhoto: Nyttend · Public domain

Public art in Horne Square, Clayton, North CarolinaPhoto: Indy beetle · CC0

Home prices in Clayton

The median listing price in Clayton is $386,250.

Top places in Clayton

Downtown Clayton
Clayton Community Park
East Clayton Community Park
Clayton River Walk on the Neuse
Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library

Commuting from Clayton

Approximate drive to downtown Raleigh: ~25 min via US-70 W / I-40 (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak).
Approximate drive to Research Triangle Park (RTP): ~35 min via US-70 W / I-40 (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak).

Schools in Clayton

Public schools: Johnston County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Clayton FAQs

What is the housing market like in Clayton, NC?
The median listing price in Clayton is $386,250. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
How is the commute from Clayton, NC?
Approximate drive to downtown Raleigh: ~25 min via US-70 W / I-40 (typical, no-traffic; longer at peak).
Which school district serves Clayton, NC?
Clayton is served by Johnston County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

Town links

Schools

Johnston County Public Schools — NCES district profile

Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.

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