Independence, OH Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Miles O. Jan 17, 2026

Relocating to Independence, OH -pros and cons?

Random thought, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $114,049 in Independence. Homes are going for about $305,500 on average. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spot...

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Miles O. Dec 31, 2025

Most overrated things about Independence

Hey everyone, I work in automotive and You can expect to pay around $1,547 for rent here. Household incomes average around $114,049 in Independence. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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kcmama2020 Oct 11, 2025

What surprised you most about Independence?

Random thought, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $114,049 in Independence. Rent is about $1,547/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,547 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 7,543 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a ...

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Elijah W. Jun 16, 2025

First time home buyer in Independence

Hey folks, Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $305,500, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Independence sits at 56.0 per 100K. Poverty rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of...

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