Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 613 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 32,993 (35.6%) |
| Some College | 13,628 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 13,855 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 9,435 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,214 (24%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,454 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $147,322 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $864/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 68,478 |
| Vacant Units | 6,662 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Canton is a city in Ohio, located in Stark County. The city spans 18 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 144,560 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 40.41 years.
Economically, Canton is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $57,454 is below the national average. Approximately 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Canton is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $147,322, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $863 per month. Homeownership is high at 62.9%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Canton is moderately educated. 33.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (74.01%).
Canton, OH offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Ohio. Spread across 18 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44702 | 1,029 | $13,159 | $107,600 | $296 | 15.8% | 19.2% | 4.0% |
| 44703 | 8,468 | $31,950 | $78,100 | $838 | 12.2% | 25.2% | 32.6% |
| 44704 | 3,583 | $34,063 | $65,100 | $790 | 13.0% | 19.9% | 54.7% |
| 44705 | 17,574 | $41,903 | $74,600 | $877 | 9.3% | 23.4% | 56.5% |
| 44706 | 16,485 | $55,474 | $132,200 | $899 | 3.3% | 22.4% | 69.6% |
| 44707 | 8,849 | $38,983 | $106,900 | $704 | 5.4% | 16.4% | 48.3% |
| 44708 | 24,761 | $60,159 | $164,500 | $926 | 3.4% | 38.8% | 69.7% |
| 44709 | 18,917 | $53,144 | $149,400 | $818 | 4.0% | 35.9% | 59.4% |
| 44710 | 8,253 | $50,453 | $101,400 | $921 | 3.9% | 22.9% | 58.4% |
| 44714 | 10,110 | $57,583 | $143,300 | $901 | 5.1% | 38.1% | 60.4% |
| 44718 | 12,809 | $86,171 | $285,500 | $871 | 3.8% | 55.2% | 70.0% |
| 44721 | 13,722 | $95,199 | $219,600 | $868 | 2.8% | 49.0% | 88.4% |