United States landmark

44720

Canton, OH

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Total Population

39,942
5-year trend
+8.0%

Median Household Income

$78,578
5-year trend
+23.2%

Median Home Value

$221,000
5-year trend
+30.8%

Median Rent

$933
5-year trend
+37.9%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 101% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

41% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, suggesting a highly educated community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$78,578
100.2% above state avg
Home Value
$221,000
100.6% above state avg
Rent
$933
100% above state avg
Population Density
39,942 residents
Median Age
42.8 years
Safety Score
59/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
78
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
59/100
Education
49/100
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Employment
87/100
Housing
98/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Canton, OH 44720

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Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
0
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
21,164
Employment Rate
97.4%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
1%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
29.6%
Manufacturing
23.4%
Finance & Insurance
19.1%
Construction
9.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
9.3%
Total Employed
20,605
Total Unemployed
544
Unemployment Rate
2.6%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Canton, OH

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

High education levels with 41.2% holding bachelor's degrees or higher, well above national average of 33%.

Strong job market with unemployment rate of 2.6%, below national average.

Low poverty rate of 6.7%, well below national average.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$78,578
+4.6% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.2%
State: $-33,937,628
Income Distribution
30.8%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.29 people

Total Households
16,933
Family Households
49.2%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
29.6%
#2 Industry
Manufacturing
23.4%
#3 Industry
Finance
19.1%
Total Employed Residents:11,195

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
3.4%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
2.1%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.6%
108 workers
Public Transit
0.3%
53 workers
Total Commuting Workers:17,734
Commute Insights

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
97.4%
20,605 employed
Labor Force
21,164
544 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:2.6%
Median Age
42.8 years
Per Capita Income
$46,157
Poverty Rate
6.7%
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