Cleveland, OH Metro Area

Cleveland, OH · Metro Area

2,171,526Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 6 counties (4 central, 2 outlying), 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: $70,678
Median home value: $215,400
Land area: 2,703 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
Cuyahoga County, OH	Central	1,245,873	$64,468	$195,400
Lorain County, OH	Outlying	317,129	$73,347	$223,200
Lake County, OH	Central	232,216	$80,925	$214,100
Medina County, OH	Central	183,660	$94,968	$287,000
Ashtabula County, OH	Outlying	97,167	$57,728	$159,500
Geauga County, OH	Central	95,481	$107,860	$331,100

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Cleveland, OH	City	366,097	$40,801
Parma, OH	City	79,870	$69,295
Lorain, OH	City	65,395	$48,685
Elyria, OH	City	53,035	$54,945
Lakewood, OH	City	50,007	$68,954
Euclid, OH	City	48,823	$50,285
Mentor, OH	City	47,171	$88,949
Strongsville, OH	City	45,983	$103,253
Cleveland Heights, OH	City	44,497	$72,826
North Ridgeville, OH	City	36,627	$96,698
Brunswick, OH	City	35,246	$90,663
Westlake, OH	City	34,104	$112,200
North Olmsted, OH	City	31,924	$84,363
North Royalton, OH	City	30,972	$83,670
Garfield Heights, OH	City	29,269	$54,593
Shaker Heights, OH	City	28,922	$104,073
Medina, OH	City	25,950	$77,385
Avon Lake, OH	City	25,752	$115,567
Avon, OH	City	25,317	$135,915
Wadsworth, OH	City	24,492	$79,490
Willoughby, OH	City	24,046	$71,309
Solon, OH	City	23,943	$139,089
Maple Heights, OH	City	23,258	$53,414
South Euclid, OH	City	21,534	$81,297
Rocky River, OH	City	21,490	$94,026

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

Akron, OH · metro · 699,820 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

13.4%

Unemployment

5.5%

College Educated

34.1%

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

$70,678

Mean Household Income

$98,879

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

48.7%

Female

51.3%

Population Split

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

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

German18.4%

Irish13.2%

Italian9.1%

English8.8%

Polish6.6%

Scottish1.6%

Mexican1.6%

French1.4%

African1.0%

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

5.9%Foreign Born

94.1%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized62.6%

Non-Citizen37.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later35.4%

Before 201064.6%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

1,018,605

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Median Home Value

$215,400

Median Year Built

1963

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

472,291

College Enrollment

17.9%

High School

22.6%

College Educated

34.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.2 min

Drive Alone Rate

72.6%

Public Transit

1.8%

Work From Home

14.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34 Years

21.2%

35-64 Years

38.1%

65+ Years

20.0%

Population Composition

Under 1820.7%

18-3421.2%

35-6438.1%

65+20.0%

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

40.5%

Single Parent

6.7%

Living Alone

35.6%

Avg Size

2.28

Household Types

Married Couples40.5%

Single Parent6.7%

Living Alone35.6%

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

$43,136

SNAP Usage

13.5%

Health Insurance

94.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.2%

$25k - $50k19.0%

$50k - $100k29.2%

$100k+34.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

14.0%

Retail Trade

10.7%

Education & Health Care

25.0%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.3%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

90.0%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.3%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

93.9

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

179.1

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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