Clayville, Rhode Island facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Clayville, Rhode Island
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Location of the CDP in Providence County and the state of Rhode Island.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Rhode Island |
| County | Providence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.74 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Land | 1.72 sq mi (4.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
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| • Total | 312 |
| • Density | 180.97/sq mi (69.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
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| Area code(s) | 401 |
| FIPS code | 44-15940 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1218580 |
Clayville is a small community in Rhode Island, United States. It's known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. Most of Clayville is located in the town of Foster, with a smaller part in Scituate. Both towns are in Providence County.
In 2010, about 300 people lived in Clayville. This area is also home to the Clayville Historic District, which is a special place with old buildings and history.
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Exploring Clayville's Location
Clayville is a small area, covering about 1.74 square miles (4.52 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a tiny bit of water.
Roads and Travel
You can find Clayville along two important roads: Rhode Island Route 14 and Route 102. Route 14 goes east towards the city of Providence and west towards Moosup, Connecticut. Route 102 goes north to Woonsocket and south to Exeter, Rhode Island. These roads make it easy to travel to and from Clayville.
Nature Around Clayville
Clayville is close to some beautiful natural spots. These include the Westconnaug Reservoir and the Westconnaug Meadows. The meadows are a wooded area with many hiking trails. The Scituate Land Trust owns this land, helping to protect its natural beauty for everyone to enjoy.
Who Lives in Clayville?
The U.S. Census Bureau keeps track of how many people live in different places. This helps us understand communities better.
Population Changes
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| 2020 | 312 | — | |
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In 2010, Clayville had a population of 300 people. By the year 2020, the population had grown slightly to 312 people. This shows that Clayville remains a small, quiet community.
