Independence, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Cuyahoga County County
Independence, OH
At a Glance
How Independence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Independence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Independence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Independence residents earn a median household income of $114,049 , which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,510. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 39,269 business establishments, including 3,107 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Independence is $305,500 , 8% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $372,891. Median rent is $1,547/month, with 17.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Independence reports 160 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,212/100K.
Education
51.3% of adults in Independence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above the national average). 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Independence has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.