Akron, OH Census Data
The 5th largest city in Ohio by population · 18 cities ranked
Akron is the 5th largest city in Ohio by population and ranks 11th of 18 for median household income. With 189,526 residents, its poverty rate of 22.9% ranks among the higher rates in Ohio. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
189,526
48.4% male · 51.6% female
Median Age
37.2
1.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$48,544
$29,994 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
23.3%
11.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 88.7%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
10.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 8.6%
Broadband Access
92.9%
3.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$111,200
Median rent: $930 · 51% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
8.0%
Labor force participation: 58.3%
Per Capita Income
$34,261
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.7%
Disability rate: 16.3%
How Akron Compares to Other Ohio Cities
Rankings among all 18 Ohio cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 5th of 18 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 11th of 18 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 11th of 18 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 7th of 18 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 12th of 18 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Akron, OH Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Akron, OH?
The population of Akron, OH is 189,526 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 37.2 years.
What is the median household income in Akron?
The median household income in Akron, OH is $48,544, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $34,261.
What is the poverty rate in Akron?
The poverty rate in Akron, OH is 22.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 8.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Akron residents have a college degree?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Akron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Akron?
The median home value in Akron, OH is $111,200. Median rent is $930 per month, with 51% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Akron?
Akron's population is 56.2% White, 29.4% Black, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Akron rank among Ohio cities?
Akron is the 5th largest city in Ohio by population, the 11th highest for median household income, the 11th lowest for poverty rate, the 7th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 18 ranked Ohio cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Akron?
The unemployment rate in Akron, OH is 8.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 58.3%. Per capita income is $34,261.
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