Akron, OH Metro Area

Akron, OH · Metro Area

699,820Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the Cleveland-Akron-Canton, OH combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $72,371
Median home value: $213,000
Land area: 901 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Summit County, OH	Central	537,864	$71,622	$208,700
Portage County, OH	Central	161,956	$75,766	$227,000

Largest cities and towns

66 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Akron, OH	City	189,247	$48,076
Cuyahoga Falls, OH	City	50,909	$72,705
Stow, OH	City	34,240	$93,727
Green, OH	City	27,393	$95,047
Kent, OH	City	27,116	$42,964
Barberton, OH	City	24,844	$52,267
Hudson, OH	City	23,039	$171,427
Twinsburg, OH	City	19,410	$99,144
Copley, OH	—	18,349	$115,338
Tallmadge, OH	City	18,335	$89,410
Streetsboro, OH	City	17,661	$90,274
Aurora, OH	City	17,581	$127,886
Springfield, OH	—	14,122	$66,282
New Franklin, OH	City	13,843	$90,244
Macedonia, OH	City	12,152	$101,285
Norton, OH	City	11,524	$90,464
Brimfield (Township), OH	—	11,413	$91,132
Ravenna, OH	City	11,274	$59,971
Sagamore Hills, OH	—	10,815	$90,604
Coventry, OH	—	10,194	$74,346
Bath, OH	—	9,993	$167,699
Ravenna (Township), OH	—	9,076	$63,875
Rootstown, OH	—	8,658	$89,185
Fairlawn, OH	City	7,711	$97,055
Richfield (Township), OH	—	6,414	$112,188

Also in the Cleveland-Akron-Canton, OH combined area

Cleveland, OH · metro · 2,171,526 Canton-Massillon, OH · metro · 400,372 Wooster, OH · micro · 116,588 Sandusky, OH · metro · 114,575 New Philadelphia-Dover, OH · micro · 92,385 Fremont, OH · micro · 58,778 Norwalk, OH · micro · 58,319 Coshocton, OH · micro · 36,744

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Unemployment

5.1%

College Educated

35.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$72,371

Mean Household Income

$98,635

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.8%

Female

51.2%

Population Split

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German21.3%

Irish13.4%

English10.9%

Italian9.1%

Polish4.7%

Scottish2.0%

African1.6%

French1.5%

Mexican1.1%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.5%Foreign Born

94.5%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized54.7%

Non-Citizen45.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later46.3%

Before 201053.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

319,249

Median Rent

$1,033/mo

Median Home Value

$213,000

Median Year Built

1969

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

156,737

College Enrollment

22.8%

High School

21.1%

College Educated

35.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

74.4%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

14.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.1%

18-34 Years

22.7%

35-64 Years

38.0%

65+ Years

19.2%

Population Composition

Under 1820.1%

18-3422.7%

35-6438.0%

65+19.2%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

43.6%

Single Parent

6.6%

Living Alone

32.1%

Avg Size

2.31

Household Types

Married Couples43.6%

Single Parent6.6%

Living Alone32.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$42,464

SNAP Usage

13.3%

Health Insurance

94.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k16.0%

$25k - $50k19.4%

$50k - $100k29.3%

$100k+35.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

14.7%

Retail Trade

11.7%

Education & Health Care

24.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.5%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

93.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

180.8

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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