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Clayton

City in California, United States

Overview

Clayton is a picturesque small town set at the base of Mount Diablo in California, known for its friendly community, beautiful nature, and historic charm. With a population of just under 1,000, it offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Bay Area, boasting tree-lined streets and outdoor recreation. Visitors enjoy relaxed vibes and easy access to hiking, golfing, and local events.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
908
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
37.94°, -121.94°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,530
Local Cost
$2,670
Local Income
$5,700
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
14.7°C
Summer Avg
20.2°C
Winter Avg
8.7°C
Record High
45.2°C
Record Low
-4.9°C
Humidity
70%
Precipitation
467 mm
Internet Speed
203 Mbps
Upload
47 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
16
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
13
Transport
25
Walk Score
25
Footways
49.0
Airport
CCR
Distance
12 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 15 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.

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