Median Income
$111,597
49% higher than US avg
Home Value
$305,300
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,166
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.6%
87% lower than US avg
How Solon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,092
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,933/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$111,597
Per Capita$42,369
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$305,300
Rent$1,166
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$437,716
Health
Obesity29.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation767 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8
Is Solon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Solon receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Solon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Solon is $111,597, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Solon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Solon is $305,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Solon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Solon has a population of 3,092 with a density of 1,933 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Solon is $111,597, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $111,597 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,369 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,456 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.6% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,140 |
| County GDP | $12,640M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 448 |
| Healthcare | 493 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
The median home value in Solon is $305,300, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,166 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $437,716.
Home Values
| Census Median | $305,300 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $437,716 |
| Median List Price | $279,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $279,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $174 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 2.5% |
| Inventory | 40 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,166 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.29% |
In Solon, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Solon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.6% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.2% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 9.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,821/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 493 |
Crime Rates: Solon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Solon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.5 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 767 ft (234 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,933/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8068°N, 91.4989°W |
| County FIPS | 19103 |