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Clay, Indiana is a town located in Clay County in west central Indiana. According to the Wikipedia page for Clay, the town had a population of 348 as of the 2010 census. The town was founded in the mid-19th century and was likely named after statesman Henry Clay.

Population and Demographics

As mentioned above, Clay had a population of 348 residents as of the 2010 census. The racial makeup of the town is approximately 98.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 0.6% from other races. 0.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino of any race.

The median age in Clay is 35.3 years old. 23.9% of the population is under the age of 18, 8.1% is aged 18 to 24, 27.3% is aged 25 to 44, 25.3% is aged 45 to 64, and 15.5% is aged 65 and older.

There are 153 households in the town and 108 families. The average household size is 2.27 and the average family size is 2.85. Most of the housing units in Clay are owner-occupied.

History of Clay

The town of Clay was founded in 1854. It was likely named after statesman Henry Clay, who was known as "The Great Compromiser" for his role in delaying the Civil War. Clay County itself was formed in 1825 and named after Henry Clay.

Some of the earliest settlers to the area were Quaker families who came from North Carolina in the 1820s. The Quakers established several meeting houses in the county and practiced abolitionism. They operated stations on the Underground Railroad to help escaping slaves find freedom.

The economy of Clay was historically based around agriculture, with corn and livestock being important products. The Monon Railroad was built through Clay in the late 19th century, which enabled the transportation of goods to markets and facilitated growth. The discovery of gas wells in the 1880s also stimulated the local economy for a period.

Clay Economy and Major Employers

Today, the economy of Clay is still largely based around agriculture, including crops, livestock, and dairy farming. Major employers in Clay include:

• Clay Community Schools - located at 502 S Polk St, Clay City, IN 47841. Phone: (812) 939-2173. The school website can be found here.
• Mini Farm Products - 10521 E State Road 46, Clay City, IN 47841. Phone: (812) 939-2597
• Clay County Courthouse - 609 E Main St, Brazil, IN 47834. Phone: (812) 448-9015. More information can be found on the Clay County website.

Other major private sector employers in Clay County include mining, healthcare, and retail companies. The Brazil Chamber of Commerce has additional information on local businesses and economic development in the county.

ClayLandmarks and Attractions

Some of the most notable landmarks and attractions in Clay include:

Clay County Courthouse

The Clay County Courthouse is located at 609 E Main St, Brazil, IN 47834. It was built in the Second Empire architectural style and completed in 1871. The courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

GPS coordinates: 39.516667, -87.183333

Clay Center Christian Church

Clay Center Christian Church is a historic church located at 229 E Main St, Clay City, IN 47841. It was built in 1899 in the Late Gothic Revival style. The church is well-known for its stained glass windows and other architectural details.

GPS coordinates: 39.528889, -87.167778

Clay Youth Sports Complex

The Clay Youth Sports Complex is located at 10731 E State Road 46, Brazil, IN 47834. It has several baseball/softball fields and soccer fields for local youth sports leagues. The complex website can be found here.

GPS coordinates: 39.520833, -87.145

Local Government and Resources

Town of Clay

The Town of Clay government offices are located at 7 W Main St, Clay City, IN 47841. The phone number is (812) 939-2345.

More information can be found on the Town of Clay Facebook page.

Clay County

Clay County government offices are located at 609 E Main St, Brazil, IN 47834. The phone number is (812) 448-9015.

The Clay County website has information on county services and resources.

Public Library

The Brazil Public Library serves the town of Clay. It is located at 444 W Main St, Brazil, IN 47834. The phone number is (812) 446-3246. More information can be found on the library website.

Public Transportation

The Clay County Rural Transit provides public transportation services in the Clay area. More information can be found on their website or by calling (812) 442-2897.

School Districts

Clay is served by the Clay Community Schools district. In addition to Clay Elementary located in the town, there are other district schools located in nearby Brazil.

The Clay Community Schools website is here and the district office can be reached at (812) 939-2173.

Some students living in Clay attend Northview High School, part of the North Clay Community Schools. Their website is here and the district office number is (812) 448-8036.

Local Events and Things to Do

Some of the popular annual events in Clay include the Clay Community Fair, the Car, Truck & Bike Show, and the Clay County 4-H Fair. There are also recurring events like bingo nights, cruises-ins, live music performances, and trivia nights.

Outdoor activities like camping, fishing, hiking, and hunting are popular in the area due to the rural setting and proximity to state parks and lakes. The Shakamak State Park and Prairie Creek Reservoir are located just a short drive outside of Clay.

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