Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Cuyahoga Falls is a mid-size city in Ohio with a population of 50,864. Residents earn $70,645 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
50,864 Population 1,971/sq mi density
$70,645 Median Income $42,720 per capita
$174,700 Home Value $209,216 Zillow
$1,029 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,645 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,700 home value, $1,029/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,645
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,700
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,029
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

How Cuyahoga Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population50,864
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,971/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,645
Per Capita$42,720
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$40,349M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,700
Rent$1,029
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,216

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation1,007 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute22 min
EV Stations7
Libraries30

Is Cuyahoga Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuyahoga Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Cuyahoga Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cuyahoga Falls is $70,645, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cuyahoga Falls is $174,700, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,029 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cuyahoga Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cuyahoga Falls has a population of 50,864 with a density of 1,971 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

50,864
Total Population
1,971
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
25.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuyahoga Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cuyahoga Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuyahoga Falls is $70,645, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cuyahoga Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,645
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,720
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$77,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,834
County GDP$40,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,276
Healthcare1,595
Retail1,604
Manufacturing730

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,724
92% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cuyahoga Falls is $174,700, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,029 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,216.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,700
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,216
Median List Price$232,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$232,000
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold31
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops17.9%
Inventory67

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,029
12% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,547

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,724
92% above US avg
Effective Rate3.85%
In Cuyahoga Falls, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cuyahoga Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death9,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access95.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,595

Crime Rates: Cuyahoga Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Cuyahoga Falls has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area25.8 sq mi (66.8 km²)
Population Density1,971/sq mi
Coordinates41.1829°N, 81.5530°W
County FIPS39153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.1%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,971/sq mi
Total Area25.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities1,595
Restaurants1,276
Retail Stores1,604

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home11.5%

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