About Clayton, Missouri

Clayton is a unique gem in the middle of America. It is a combination of a strong and growing downtown business district, shopping and dining, many thriving residential districts and lovely parks and recreational areas.

The county seat of St. Louis County, Clayton has a population of about 16,000 people and has a total area of 2.48 square miles.

Clayton’s strong economy is anchored by many large company headquarters, such as Brown Shoe, Centene, Olin, Straub’s Markets, Armstrong Teasdale and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Many educational institutions are wholly or partially located in Clayton: Washington University, Concordia Seminary, Fontbonne University and the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.

Clayton's perfect position in the greater St. Louis area allows for easy driving distance to many fantastic attractions. North, South, East or West, wonders await you. Head East and to the historic and modern sites of downtown St. Louis; go South and get on Route 66 for adventure; venture West and discover the rolling hills and vistas of Missouri, and North you will find river-life along the Missouri and Mississippi waterways.