Clayton, CA: ZIP codes, distance and what to know

ZIP code in Clayton

ZIP code in Clayton: 94517.

Distances are straight-line from Tomales to the center of each ZIP code area. Residents, median year built and owner-occupied share are U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2018-2022 estimates for the ZIP code area. ZIP codes in Clayton: those whose USPS city name is Clayton (GeoNames) plus those whose area overlaps Clayton (U.S. Census ZCTA-to-place relationship file); a ZIP code can belong to more than one city. Listing a ZIP code here does not mean service to every address in it.

About Clayton

Clayton is a city in Contra Costa County. Clayton covers about 3.8 square miles and has about 11,070 residents, roughly 2,883 per square mile. There are 20 places in the United States named Clayton; this one is in Contra Costa County.

On the map near Clayton

Neighborhoods and nearby communities around Clayton include Clayton Valley Highlands, Canyon Creek, Shell Ridge, Walnut Creek, and Bay Point.

Parks in and around Clayton include Easley Estates Park, Clayton Park, City of Clayton Open Space, and El Molino Park.

Public schools near the center of Clayton include Mt. Diablo Elementary, Diablo View Middle, Pine Hollow Middle, and Highlands Elementary.

Museums and attractions in and around Clayton: Clayton Historical Society Museum.

Sources: OpenStreetMap contributors (neighborhoods, parks, museums), National Center for Education Statistics (public schools), CMS (hospitals). See also the Clayton city guide.

Elevation and setting

Ground elevation at the center of Clayton is about 446 feet above sea level (USGS). Tomales is at about 85 feet, which puts Clayton about 350 feet higher.

Homes in Clayton

Census estimates count 4,049 housing units in Clayton. Half the homes date from 1986 or earlier; 43% were built before 1980. Garage door springs and cables wear with every cycle whatever the age of the house, so age is only one guide to when service is due.

Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018-2022 5-year estimates for Clayton.

Tomales and Clayton on the map

Measured in a straight line, Clayton is about 57 miles east of Tomales. Road distance is longer, and it is one of the farther places on this site's list. Tomales is in Marin County and Clayton is in Contra Costa County. Among the 157 places this site lists, Clayton is number 146 by distance from Tomales. On a map, Rodeo, Crockett, Port Costa, and Martinez sit roughly between Tomales and Clayton. Nearest to Tomales on this site's list: Dillon Beach, Marshall, Petaluma Center, and Bloomfield.

Census Bureau ACS 2018-2022 estimates and USGS elevation.

Garage door repairs, explained

If you are comparing repair options, our pages on opener repair, emergency repair, new garage doors, snapped cables, and broken spring replacement explain what each job involves. Starting prices are on the pricing page; service at your address and the exact price are confirmed by phone.

Places near Clayton

Other places near Clayton that also have a page on this site:

• North Gate 4 mi
• Concord 4 mi
• Pittsburg 6 mi
• Shell Ridge 6 mi
• Walnut Creek 7 mi
• Bay Point 7 mi
• Contra Costa Centre 7 mi
• Danville 9 mi
• Martinez 11 mi
• Orinda 14 mi

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