Economy & Jobs — Clay Center, Kansas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $62,695 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$64,300 |
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| Per Capita Income | $30,328 |
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| Poverty Rate | 13.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 1.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,617 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 23.7% |
| Manufacturing | 16.7% |
| Retail | 11.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 11 |
| Commercial Banks | 7 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Fast Food | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
| Beauty Salons | 3 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
| Chiropractors | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
