What are the schools like in Claysville, PA?

Claysville is served primarily by McGuffey SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Claysville?

The median household income in Claysville, PA is $78,333 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.5%.

What is the weather like in Claysville, PA?

Claysville has an average high temperature of 36.8°F in January and 83.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 31.9 inches.

Claysville, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Claysville, PA affordable or expensive?

Claysville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Claysville is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $144,600 and the median rent is $388 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Claysville, PA?

Crime rate data for Claysville is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Claysville, PA a Good Place to Live?

Claysville is a small town of 677 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $78,333 and a 6.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Claysville stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Claysville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Claysville city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.4

Claysville's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Claysville costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Claysville, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$144,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$388	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,333	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Claysville is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Claysville is served primarily by McGuffey SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Claysville, PA	National Avg
School District	McGuffey SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Claysville sees average highs of 36.8°F in January and 83.4°F in July, with 41.3 inches of annual precipitation and 31.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Claysville, PA
Average High — January	36.8°F
Average High — July	83.4°F
Annual Precipitation	41.3"
Annual Snowfall	31.9"

Demographics

Metric	Claysville, PA	National Avg
Population	677	—
Median Age	41.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.1%	22.2%
65 and over	25.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Taylorstown, PA 3 mi West Alexander, PA 5 mi Green Hills, PA 6 mi Wolfdale, PA 8 mi West Middletown, PA 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Claysville

Claysville, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15323

Claysville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claysville, PA affordable or expensive?

Claysville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Claysville roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $144,600 and median rent is $388/month.

What is the crime rate in Claysville, PA?

Crime data for Claysville is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Claysville?

Public schools in Claysville are operated by McGuffey SD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 26.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Claysville, PA a good place to live?

Claysville, PA has a population of 677, a median household income of $78,333, and an unemployment rate of 6.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Claysville?

Claysville averages 36.8°F in January and 83.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.3 inches with about 31.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Claysville?

Claysville, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15323.

What is the population of Claysville?

The population of Claysville, Pennsylvania is 677 with a median age of 41.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Claysville?

Key numbers for living in Claysville: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $144,600, median household income $78,333, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Claysville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.