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About Akron, Ohio
Explore Akron: Where innovation meets vibrant culture.
Nestled in the northeastern part of Ohio, Akron is a city with a rich history and a bright future. Known as the 'Rubber Capital of the World', Akron played a crucial role in the manufacturing industry due to its proximity to raw materials and strategic location. While the rubber industry laid the city's foundation, Akron has evolved into a diverse economy with key contributions from sectors like healthcare, education, and technology. The city's vibrant cultural scene is unmatched, boasting a blend of historical museums, contemporary art galleries, and thriving live music venues.
Akron is notably home to the Akron Art Museum and the stunning Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, which exemplify the city's dedication to preserving its rich heritage while moving towards a more innovative future. The city takes pride in its dynamic communities, offering a mix of suburban tranquility and urban excitement. Its neighborhoods are welcoming and diverse, reflecting a harmonious blend of cultures from around the globe. With beautiful parks, numerous educational institutions, and cultural festivals, Akron is a city that invites exploration and discovery year-round.
The basics
- Population
- 197K
- Median age
- 36 years
- Area
- 62 sq mi
- Elevation
- 955 ft
- County
- Summit County
- Metro area
- Akron, OH Metro Area
Work and housing
- Median household income
- $38,500
- Median home price
- $120,000
- Cost of living (US = 100)
- 84
- Unemployment
- 4.5%
- Job growth
- 2%
- Households renting
- 48%
Schools and colleges
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- High school graduation
- 85%
- Going on to college
- 63%
- Schools
- 88
- Colleges and universities
- 4
- Students per teacher
- 16.1:1
- Public libraries
- 18
Getting around
- Average commute
- 21 minutes
- Highways
- I-76, I-77, I-277, US-224, SR-8
- Public transit
- METRO RTA
- Airports
- CAK - Akron-Canton Airport
Sport
- Minor league
- AA Baseball: Akron RubberDucks
- Venues
- Canal Park (7,220)
- College conference
- Mid-American Conference
Living here
- Climate
- Humid Continental
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Area code
- 330, 234
- ZIP codes
- 44301, 44302, 44303, 44304, 44305, 44306, 44307, 44308, 44310, 44311, 44312, 44313, 44314, 44319, 44320
Industries
- Healthcare
- Education
- Manufacturing
- Technology
- Polymer Research
Landmarks
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
- Goodyear Airdock
- Akron Civic Theatre
Attractions
Museums
- Akron Art Museum
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
- National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum
Parks
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- Cascade Valley Metro Park
- Sand Run Metro Park