Median Income
$73,000
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$608
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.6%
6% lower than US avg
How Cleveland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,581
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$73,000
Per Capita$41,600
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty11.6%
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units590
Rent Burden3.6%
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+21.2%
Graduate+4.9%
Is Cleveland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cleveland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cleveland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cleveland is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cleveland is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.2% have completed high school.
Cleveland has a population of 1,581 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cleveland vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 26.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Spanish | 70.6% |
| 427% above US avg |
| Other Languages | 2.9% |
Social Characteristics
Cleveland vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cleveland is $73,000, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Cleveland vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,000 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,600 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |
The median home value in Cleveland is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,000 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $608 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 3.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 85.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.6% |
| Housing Units | 590 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Cleveland vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Cleveland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 47.7 sq mi (123.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.0000°N, 0.0000°W |