Cuyahoga Falls, OH Local Data & Statistics

State: OH

Total population: 50,909 Household income: $72,705 Rent: $1,038

Overview

Total population

50,909

Rent

$1,038

Year built

1959

Household income

$72,705

Per capita income

$43,797

Poverty rate

10.5%

Unemployment rate

4.2%

Household size

2.2 persons

Rent over 30% of income

38.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Ohio

Total population

50,909

Adults over 25

37,579

Total households

23,212

Household size

2.2 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$72,705

Per capita income

$43,797

Poverty rate

10.5%

Unemployment rate

4.2%

Rent over 30% of income

38.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,038

Year built

1959

Households that rent

35.6%

Households that own

64.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.8

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

84.7%

Black

4.8%

Asian

4.6%

Two or more races

4.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

2.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

97.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.7%

Commute time to work

22 mins

Work from home

13.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

24.6%

High school graduate or GED

28%

Some college or associate degree

9.7%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

37.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Cuyahoga Falls, OH with: Ohio United States

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Total population50,909

Rent$1,038

Year built1959

Household income$72,705

Per capita income$43,797

Poverty rate10.5%

Unemployment rate4.2%

Ohio State

Total population11,810,293

Rent$1,034

Year built1970

Household income$71,389

Per capita income$40,552

Poverty rate13.3%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityCuyahoga Falls, OH	StateOhio	CountryUnited States
Total population	50,909	11,810,293	334,922,499
Rent	$1,038	$1,034	$1,413
Year built	1959	1970	1980
Household income	$72,705	$71,389	$80,734
Per capita income	$43,797	$40,552	$44,673
Poverty rate	10.5%	13.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.2%	4.3%	4%

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Summary for Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Cuyahoga Falls is located in Ohio.

Rent & Income

In Cuyahoga Falls, the typical monthly rent is $1,038 and the typical household income is $72,705. Rent here is similar to Ohio and lower than the U.S., and household income is similar to Ohio and lower than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 10.5%, which is lower than in both Ohio and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 35.6% of households. Around 38.4% of renters are cost-burdened, indicating a moderate level of rent pressure.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 37.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is similar to both Ohio and the national rate.

Cuyahoga Falls, OH — Rent vs Household Income

Cuyahoga Falls, OH — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Cuyahoga Falls, OH compares in Ohio (18 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,038	14 / 18	from lower rent	$728 – $1,295
Household income	$72,705	2 / 18	from higher income	$34,408 – $74,681
Poverty rate	10.5%	4 / 18	from lower poverty	8.3% – 37.3%
Unemployment rate	4.2%	8 / 18	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 6.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Ohio with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Cuyahoga Falls places 14th among 18 large places in Ohio. Across the state, rents run from $728 in Youngstown, OH up to $1,295 in Columbus, OH.

Household income

Looking at household income, Cuyahoga Falls places 2nd out of 18 significant areas. Incomes across Ohio range between $34,408 in Youngstown, OH and $74,681 in Kettering, OH.

Poverty rate

Cuyahoga Falls places 4th out of 18 large communities for poverty. Statewide figures move from 8.3% in Kettering, OH up to 37.3% in Youngstown, OH.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Cuyahoga Falls ranks 8th out of 18 significant areas. Across Ohio, unemployment varies from 2.5% in Lakewood, OH to 6.6% in Toledo, OH.

💰 Rent in Cuyahoga Falls, OH (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,038 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Annual Household Income: $72,705

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Estimated Rate: 10.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

In Cuyahoga Falls, OH, households that rent: 8,273 (35.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	8,273	35.6%
Owner-Occupied	14,939	64.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

In Cuyahoga Falls, OH, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,179 (38.4%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	3,179	38.4%
Other renter households	5,094	61.6%
Total renter households	8,273	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Less than High School: 9,260 people (24.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 10,515 people (28%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,642 people (9.7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 14,162 people (37.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 37,579

📊 Unemployment Rate in Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Estimated Rate: 4.2%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.