Clayton County, Georgia Housing Market
In Clayton County, Georgia, the median home value is $222,300, with a median monthly rent of $1,433. This places Clayton County at #1161 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #54 within Georgia.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,579
- Establishments: 5,004
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 399
- Multi-family: 394
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 112,346 (avg $41,496)
- Outflow: 108,837 (avg $41,211)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Clayton County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30288 | 207.0 | -11.98% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30238 | 216.4 | -9.57% | 2025 |
| 3 | 30294 | 219.1 | -6.36% | 2025 |
| 4 | 30349 | 234.6 | +4.62% | 2025 |
| 5 | 30228 | 214.5 | +1.81% | 2025 |
| 6 | 30354 | 299.8 | +1.95% | 2025 |
| 7 | 30296 | 201.2 | -7.74% | 2025 |
| 8 | 30337 | 290.4 | +0.17% | 2025 |
| 9 | 30260 | 229.9 | -3.17% | 2025 |
| 10 | 30273 | 218.2 | +2.63% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Clayton County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $222,300 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,433 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 54.5% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 12.9 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Clayton County is 12.3% above the Georgia state average and 2.4% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,433/month is 48.5% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 12.9, buying a home in Clayton County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Clayton County has an owner-occupancy rate of 54.5%, compared to 70.6% in Georgia and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrow County | Ohio | $222,300 | $937 |
| Ste. Genevieve County | Missouri | $222,200 | $780 |
| Kewaunee County | Wisconsin | $222,200 | $847 |
| Bulloch County | Georgia | $222,500 | $995 |
| Ripley County | Indiana | $222,500 | $839 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulloch County | $222,500 | $995 | 53.1% |
| Gordon County | $222,900 | $937 | 73.9% |
| Houston County | $219,800 | $1,208 | 66.9% |
| Madison County | $219,700 | $972 | 76.9% |
| Long County | $218,300 | $976 | 65.2% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).