Clayton Missouri Map

About Clayton, Missouri

Clayton is a locality in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of 17,380. The population density is 2661.7 people per km². Clayton is located at 38.6426°N, 90.3237°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 63105.

Clayton’s heart beats in a landscape of rolling hills, a gentle topography that softens the edges of urban life. It lies 1.2 miles south-west of University City, MO (from University City, MO: bearing 220°T), and is situated 6.9 miles west of St. Louis. The land here, a rich loam, supports a verdant canopy of mature trees that line its wide avenues, their leaves catching the soft Missouri light. Even in the midst of its bustling commercial centers, there’s a sense of groundedness, a quiet dignity in the way the streets feel laid out, not with abruptness, but with a thoughtful, almost organic flow. The air, especially in the late afternoon when the sun begins its descent, carries a faint, earthy perfume, a reminder of the soil beneath the pavement. This place, Clayton, has a history woven through the development of the wider region, its early days tied to agriculture before it blossomed into a center of commerce and county governance. The local economy thrives on a diverse base, with a strong presence in professional services and a reputation for attracting established businesses. Distinctive landmarks punctuate the skyline, testaments to its growth and aspirations, while nearby parks offer quiet respites, their manicured paths and open green spaces a gentle counterpoint to the surrounding development. Clayton’s character is one of refined ambition, a place that respects its past while confidently looking toward the future.

About This Clayton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clayton, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.642552, -90.323726. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Clayton and St. Louis County.

Detailed location data for Clayton includes the ZIP code (63105), telephone area code (314), county seat of St. Louis County (Clayton), and school district assignment (Clayton School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Clayton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.