Population & Household section gives reader an outlook. of general population profile, structure, and outlook.
Population Trend
Total Population
14537
Sex Ratio
91.8 %
Population Growth (2021-2022)
-0.8 %
Population CAGR (2010-2022)
-0.95 %
Population Growth Rate (%)
Source: Census.gov
Age Structure
Clay County, AR is experiencing a concerning demographic trend, with a negative population growth rate of -0.8% over the past year and a -0.95% decline over the last 13 years, indicating a shrinking population. The median age of 42.7 is higher than the state average of 38.4, suggesting an aging population, with 22.1% over 65 years old. The county's age dependency ratio of 75.4 is significantly higher than the state’s 67.5, reflecting a greater burden of dependents. Compared to neighboring counties, Clay County's trends highlight challenges in retaining younger residents and attracting new populations.
Dependency Rate
75.4 %
Median Age
42.7 y.o.
% of Population > 65 y.o.
22.1 %
Active Aging Index
128.9 %
Old Dependency Rate
38.8 %
Young Dependency Rate
36.7 %
Age Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Population Structure
Source: Census.gov
Household Status
Total Households
6063
Married-couple Household
2830
Household CAGR (2010-2022)
-0.94 %
Household Growth (2021-2022)
-1.45 %
Average Household Size
2.38 p
Average Family Size
2.97 p
Household with Children (%)
28 %
Household with Elder 65+ (%)
38.7 %
Household Size
Source: Census.gov
Household Structure
Source: Census.gov
Marriage
Never Married
21.6 %
Now Married
53.5 %
Widowed
10.3 %
Divorced
14.6 %
Marriage Status
Source: Census.gov
Marriage Status Breakdown
Source: Census.gov | S1201
Cultures
*Culture section contains several components: races, education, marriage and other factors.