University Heights, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Cuyahoga County County
University Heights, OH
At a Glance
How University Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows University Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is University Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
University Heights residents earn a median household income of $98,474 , which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,820. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.8% 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 University Heights is $224,900 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $288,367. Median rent is $1,445/month, with 30.6% 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 1949.
Safety & Crime
University Heights reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,077/100K.
Education
66.2% of adults in University Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
University Heights 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.