Moving to Clay County

Clay County lies on the edge of the Junction City, Manhattan, Fort Riley corridor, which is currently one of the fastest growing regions in the state. Clay provides a great alternative for commuting professionals, growing families and retirees who crave a secure, comfortable and affordable small-town lifestyle. Though our communities range from small to smaller, Clay County provides the same level of infrastructure, community organizations, shops and services enjoyed by larger communities.

Wellness Center

Healthcare and Fitness

Clay County offers a full range of private medical practice, optometry, dental, chiropractic and assisted living facilities. In addition, we have the Clay County Medical Center, a cutting-edge facility with a comprehensive and community-based outlook on healthcare. Besides housing a state-of-the-art cardiac rehabilitation unit, hospice center, birthing suite, outpatient clinic and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, Keep reading...

Housing

Homes and Real Estate

If you are interested in finding an affordable home in a small, friendly and safe community, we have a place for you — or more accurately, a number of places. Clay County is home to numerous small communities, each with its own unique charm, character and people. And all have affordable homes available, as well as ample land for building. We also maintain a Neighborhood Revitalization Program, which offers steep property tax rebates for those who build a new home or renovate an existing home. Keep reading...

A day on the Clay Center golf course.

Quality of Life and Services

Though our communities range from small to smaller, Clay County provides the same level of infrastructure, community organizations, shops and services enjoyed by larger communities. Clay Center’s Carnegie Library, for example, has a 40,000-book catalog, maintains over 90 magazine subscriptions and is part of a 12-county library collaborative that shares books and resources. In addition, Keep reading...

Clay Center High School Students

Schools, Activities and Family Life

Clay County is a safe, easy-going place where you feel comfortable letting your kids play outside and walk to school. Parents here know their children’s friends — as well as their children’s friends’ parents — and there are plenty of extracurricular activities to keep kids busy. Keep reading...