Akron

Akron, Ohio Overview

Akron scores 40.2/100 overall (D), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Ohio — below the state composite of 49.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 84/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 10/100.

Income & Employment in Akron

Akron’s median income of $50,025 is 21% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.3% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5%.

Safety in Akron

With a violent crime rate of 798.6 per 100,000, Akron exceeds the Ohio average of 303. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3079.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Akron

Akron has a cost of living index of 92.8 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $111,200. Median monthly rent is $930. Renters spend 22.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Akron

The adult obesity rate in Akron is 42.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 16.5%. Residents report an average of 20.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Akron

Akron has a high school graduation rate of 77.6%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,838 per student, well above the national median. The city has 77 public schools serving 28,604 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Akron

The annual average temperature in Akron is 51.6°F. Summers average 70.4°F. Winters average 34.6°F. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches.

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