Median Income
$45,250
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$197,100
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.2%
82% lower than US avg
How Akron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,904
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density1,438/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,250
Per Capita$33,377
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$3,487M
Commute25 min
Housing
A
Home Value$197,100
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,199
Health
Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation681 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6
Is Akron a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Akron receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Akron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Akron is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Akron is $197,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Akron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 73.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Akron has a population of 2,904 with a density of 1,438 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Akron is $45,250, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,250 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,377 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,090 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,942 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,510 |
| County GDP | $3,487M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Healthcare | 127 |
| Retail | 203 |
| Manufacturing | 87 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,847 |
| 96% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |
The median home value in Akron is $197,100, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,199.
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,100 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,199 |
| Median List Price | $201,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $201,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $169 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $738 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,847 |
| 96% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.47% |
In Akron, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Akron vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,591/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 127 |
Crime Rates: Akron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Akron has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.6 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 73.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 681 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,438/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0180°N, 78.4978°W |
| County FIPS | 36037 |