Clayton, IL
- Elevation
- 732 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Set in the quiet farmland of eastern Adams County, Clayton offers a relaxed small-town pace about a half-hour drive from Quincy. Home to roughly 600 residents, it is an easygoing community where daily routines revolve around familiar neighborhood spots like the public library, local parks, and the baseball diamond. Quiet streets quickly give way to open fields, giving the whole area a comfortable, open feel.
The highlight of the year comes every August with the Adams-Brown County Old Settlers Days. The festival brings the whole area together for a weekend of tractor pulls, live music, family games, and homemade fried-chicken dinners. That blend of calm countryside living and down-to-earth neighborliness makes Clayton a welcoming place for anyone seeking a quieter lifestyle.
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