Median Income
$48,422
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$173,600
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,067
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.8%
77% lower than US avg
How Cleveland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,690
Median Age63.9 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$48,422
Per Capita$41,678
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$54,160M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$173,600
Rent$1,067
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation12 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute19 min
Libraries16
Is Cleveland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cleveland receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cleveland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cleveland is $48,422, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cleveland is $173,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Cleveland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Cleveland has a population of 2,690 with a density of 512 people per square mile. The median age is 63.9 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.
Population
63.9yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cleveland vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cleveland vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cleveland is $48,422, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Cleveland vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,422 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,678 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,184 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $108,048 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 28,954 |
| County GDP | $54,160M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,636 |
| Healthcare | 2,112 |
| Retail | 2,648 |
| Manufacturing | 389 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,664 |
| 176% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.3% |
The median home value in Cleveland is $173,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $173,600 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $389,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $389,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $269 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Price Drops | 41.7% |
| Inventory | 24 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,067 |
| 8% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,664 |
| 176% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.57% |
In Cleveland, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cleveland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.1% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.0% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,494/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,112 |
Crime Rates: Cleveland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 128 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Cleveland has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
63°F Jan (17°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above US avg |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 39% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 512/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.9517°N, 81.9900°W |
| County FIPS | 12071 |