Clayton, North Carolina
Clayton is a town in Johnston County, North Carolina, with an estimated population of 30,216 in 2023. It sits at 35.6581, -78.4460 in the America/New_York time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Clayton |
| Type | town |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Johnston County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 30,216 |
| Land area | 16.74 sq mi (43.36 km²) |
| Coordinates | 35.6581, -78.4460 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| ZIP codes | 27520, 27527, 27528 |
This place also extends into Wake County.
ZIP codes and area codes for Clayton
Clayton covers 3 ZIP codes: 27520, 27527, 27528. Browse all ZIP codes in North Carolina for the full list.
Where is Clayton?
Clayton is located in North Carolina, in Johnston County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Archer Lodge 7 km · NCWilson's Mills 11 km · NCWendell 14 km · NCKnightdale 16 km · NCGarner 16 km · NCSmithfield 17 km · NCSelma 19 km · NCZebulon 22 km · NC
Other places in Johnston County
Smithfield 12,468Selma 7,012Archer Lodge 5,365Benson 4,401Wilson's Mills 2,820Four Oaks 2,530Pine Level 2,277Kenly 1,642Princeton 1,461Micro 508
Frequently asked questions
What county is Clayton, NC in?
Clayton is in Johnston County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Clayton, NC?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 30,216.
What time zone is Clayton in?
Clayton is in the America/New_York time zone.