Summit County

Summit County, Ohio, has an estimated population of about 540,000 people. The racial composition includes 80% White, 14% Black or African American, 3% Asian, and 3% other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up approximately 2.5% of the population. The median household income is around $54,000, with a poverty rate of about 13%. The population is fairly spread across varying age groups, with a median age of approximately 41 years. The county also has around 220,000 housing units. (Data as of 2023 or latest available)

As of 2023, Summit County, OH, has a median home value of around $185,000. Housing prices increased by approximately 9.4% over the past year. The median rent is $1,100 monthly. About 64% of residences are owner-occupied. Housing inventory is relatively tight, with an average of 45 days on market for listings. Notably, Akron, the county's largest city, has slightly lower home values, averaging $150,000.

Summit County, Ohio, has several key elections across various positions. For the county executive role, Ilene Shapiro (Democrat) and John Chapman (Republican) are the primary candidates. In the race for the County Council At-Large seats, three positions are open with contenders including Elizabeth Walters, Phillip Montgomery, and Erin Dickinson for the Democrats, and Pat Bravo, Ashley Williams, and Robert Beale for the Republicans.

Voter turnout in Summit County generally ranges between 40%-60% during general elections, but this can vary significantly in off-peak years. Make sure to visit the summit county board of elections website to get the most updated information on all candidates, polling locations, and any potential changes.

As of the latest data, Summit County, OH has a high school graduation rate of approximately 91.6%, slightly higher than the national average of 88% and the Ohio state average of 89%. Around 33.1% of Summit County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 35% and the Ohio state average of 30%. The county's educational attainment reflects a well-educated population, with higher high school graduation rates and a comparable percentage of bachelor's degrees when viewed against national and state figures.

As of the last update, Summit County, OH, had an employment rate of approximately 60%, with a workforce of around 280,000 people. Key industries include healthcare (employing about 18% of the workforce), manufacturing (15%), retail trade (11%), and education services (9%).

Comparatively, the national average for employment in healthcare is approximately 14%, indicating a higher local concentration in this sector. Manufacturing employment in Summit County is similar to the national average of about 12% but is somewhat higher than the Ohio state average of 13%. Retail trade aligns closely with the national average of 10.5%. The education services sector in Summit County is slightly higher than the national average of 8.5%.

Overall, Summit County shows a strong emphasis on healthcare and manufacturing, reflecting broader trends but with notable local nuances.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Summit County, OH, is approximately $68,000. In comparison, the median household income in Ohio is around $58,000, while the national median household income is about $68,700. This indicates that Summit County’s average income is slightly above the state average but a bit lower than the national average.

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Summit County's income figures show a relatively healthy economic standing within the state, while still being somewhat competitive on a national level.

As of the most recent reports in 2023, here's the crime rate information for Summit County, OH:

• Violent Crime Rate: 339.58 per 100,000 people
• Property Crime Rate: 1,798.12 per 100,000 people

The following table provides detailed crime statistics for Summit County:

These numbers offer a snapshot of the crime landscape, emphasizing both the prevalence and types of criminal activities in the area.