Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
18%
Akron
Akron, OH Area Guide
Avg Rent
$959
Population
192,351
Renter Mix
51% Rent
Peaceful Ohio living in a city steeped in innovation and charm
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Welcome to Akron, where industrial heritage meets modern living. This former "Rubber Capital of the World" has transformed into a thriving city with diverse rental options throughout its neighborhoods. The rental market remains affordable, with one-bedroom apartments renting for $863, showing a 3.1% increase year-over-year. Two-bedroom units average $1,101, while larger three-bedroom homes typically rent for around $1,306. Notable areas include Highland Square, with its mix of historic architecture and local shops; Goodyear Heights, showcasing homes from the city's industrial era; and Merriman Valley, bordered by the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
The city offers an array of recreational and cultural attractions. The Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail winds through the area, connecting neighborhoods with 87 miles of paths for walking, running, and cycling. Downtown's Lock 3 Park hosts community events throughout the year, while the Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens preserves a magnificent Tudor Revival estate. The Akron Art Museum's distinctive steel and glass building houses an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art. The University of Akron campus adds to the city's educational landscape, while the surrounding polymer industry continues the city's legacy of innovation, hosting numerous research facilities and manufacturing centers.
Explore the City
Downtown Akron is home to several locally owned restaurants.
Canal Park is baseball field that is home of the Akron RubberDucks in Downtown Akron.
The ground signage of University of Akron is well kept and maintained in Downtown Akron.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$42,487
Average: $58,012
Education
39,227
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
92,252
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Akron, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
51%
Non-Renters
49%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
15%
Other Education
85%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Akron, OH is $766 for a studio, $958 for one bedroom, $1,167 for two bedrooms, and $1,428 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Akron has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$958/month
651 Sq Ft
House
$1,303/month
957 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,184/month
721 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,177/month
368 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Akron, OH is 15.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Akron is 40.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $766 - $1,428. You can expect to pay 5.4% more for groceries, 19.5% less for utilities, and 1.8% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Akron, OH is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Greater Summit County Early Learning Center
Public
Grades K-5
98 Students
Public
Grades K-5
664 Students
Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
Public
Grades K-8
275 Students
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts
Public
Grades K-8
398 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
597 Students
Public
Grades K-8
275 Students
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts
Public
Grades K-8
398 Students
Public
Grades K-8
429 Students
Jennings Community Learning Center
Public
Grades 6-8
854 Students
Akron Early College High School
Public
Grades 9-12
398 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
311 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,011 Students
Ellet Community Learning Center
Public
Grades 9-12
822 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
365 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Akron Zoo
- Cascade Valley Metro Park - South
- Gorge Metro Park
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
- Goodyear Heights Metro Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Akron-Canton Regional
- Cleveland-Hopkins International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.