Clayton is a village in Adams County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 597.
Population597
Median Home$90,000
Area0.88 sq mi
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Morris, Illinois shooting: 2 men shot, Julian Rosario killed, outside Clayton's Tap bar in Grundy County, officials say
Morris, Illinois shooting: 2 men shot, Julian Rosario killed, outside Clayton's Tap bar in Grundy County, officials say ABC7 Chicago
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NewsFEB 19, 2026
Boil order for portion of Clayton, Illinois
Boil order for portion of Clayton, Illinois WGEM
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NewsDEC 05, 2025
Notes: Clayton's big arm impressed Illinois coaches
Notes: Clayton's big arm impressed Illinois coaches The News-Gazette
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