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Conveniently Located Just a short drive from Jacksonville, Gainesville or St. Augustine

More than 216,000 residents choose Clay County for the rich quality of life, community safety, natural resources and excellent education opportunities. There are more than 81,000 housing units in Clay County, with plenty more permitted. Whether you choose a family-oriented community with indoor and outdoor amenities, waterfront living, a golf course community, the convenience of condos and town homes, or a rural country lifestyle, you can find it all in Clay County.

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With a low cost of living and high quality of life, there's something for everyone!

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Affordability A low cost of living, great quality of life, and excellent schools

Clay County offers the most affordable housing pricing of the suburban communities surrounding Jacksonville. The median home price in Clay County is 14 to 38% lower than other Jacksonville suburban communities. Coupled with lower utility costs (up to 22% less), better safety, and excellent schools; it is easy to understand why residents choose to make Clay County home.

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Lowest Suburban Cost Safety, Great Schools, Wonderful Quality of Life

People choose Clay County because of the laid back lifestyle, plentiful natural resources, great school system, and safe communities. Clay County is the most affordable option of the suburban counties surrounding Jacksonville (Duval County).

"I choose Clay County to locate my high-tech company because the labor pool, which traditionally would commute an hour was readily available minutes away from our office. The move raised all of our employees quality of living and happiness, allowing me to recruit top talent and keep them." Brian Knight, Co-Founder, Pragmatic Works
"I truly appreciate the effort you have put in to move this along! In my 26 years in the development business, I have rarely received this type of support!" Kent Gregory, MGB Development Group
"Clay EDC has proven to be a vital resource for Calavo's expansion into the southeast U.S. Assisting in early-stage due diligence thru the move-in and operational start-up of our Green Cove Springs facility, Clay EDC has been a go-to source for information, contacts and relevant solutions to often complex issues." Mike Browne, Vice President, Calavo Growers Inc.
"For any business - what could be better than 80,000 people of all skills eager to work closer to home. Clay County has that and a high quality of life in a safe environment to raise a family. With great schools added it's a 'no brainer' for me." Jerry Agresti, CEO and Founder, Developers Realty Group
"Clay County is uniquely positioned for the distribution of our marine products. We have effectively extended our reach, decreased our freight transit times and lowered both inbound and outbound freight costs. Lower expenses, business friendly and first class port access have combined to deliver us to the next level." Edward Gaw, President, Hi-Liner Fishing Equipment & Tackle, Inc.
"I truly believe that our relationship with Clay EDC is one of the major reasons for our rapid ascension into the political and civic conversation in Clay. I encourage anyone interested in getting engaged in the county on a deeper level to become a sponsor." Terrance Freeman, Government Relations
"“As a member-owned organization, Jax Federal Credit Union serves thousands of business and individual customers in Clay County. By working with the Clay Economic Development Corporation, we’re confident that our members in Clay County have an organization working on their behalf to help bring new businesses into the County and to create jobs that help them meet their financial needs. The Clay EDC staff continues to be engaged, committed, responsive and focused on making a difference in Clay County.”" Joe W. Nowland, President & CEO, Jax Federal Credit Union