Akron
- City in Ohio
City
Akron
- grade BOverall Grade
- City in Ohio
- Rating 3.38 out of 5 639 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade C
- Crime & Safetygrade C minus
- Housinggrade C+
- Nightlifegrade A
- Good for Familiesgrade B minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade C+
- Weathergrade C
- Cost of Livinggrade A minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade C+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A minus
- Commutegrade A minus
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Home Listings
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$87,100
National
$244,900Median Rent
$821
National
$1,163Area Feel
Dense Suburban
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Akron Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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Top Public Schools Serving Akron
Top Private Schools Near Akron
- grade A+
Western Reserve Academy
- Rating 4.12 out of 5 250 reviews
- grade A
Archbishop Hoban High School
- Rating 4.34 out of 5 165 reviews
- grade A
Our Lady of the Elms
- Rating 4.26 out of 5 81 reviews
- grade A
St. Vincent-St. Mary High School
- Rating 4.52 out of 5 210 reviews
- grade A
Walsh Jesuit High School
- Rating 4.3 out of 5 221 reviews
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault635.7national 282.7
- Murder18.4national 6.1
- Rape91national 40.7
- Robbery89.4national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary617.8national 500.1
- Theft2,178.8national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft419.4national 284
Residents
Working in Akron
Jobs
grade C+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$42,129
National
$69,021Similar Places
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Akron Reviews
Rating 3.38 out of 5 639 reviews
My experience with Akron has led me to want to continue in the performing arts category. I have gotten the chance to see Akron through the lens of theatre and the arts from a very early age going to multiple performances at EJ Thomas Hall, Akron Civic Theatre, and Playhouse Square there are many scenes that are welcoming. Downtown Akron houses Quaker Square a monumental building, The University of Akron a campus surrounded with businesses like The peanut Shoppe on Main to special events at Lock3, Blu, ice skating in the winter to roller skating in the summer. There is a special dog park to take your pets to in North Hill.
Born and raised here, I'm proud to call Akron my home. I have loved the city since I was a child for its rich history, strong emphasis on preserving nature, and family-like feel that always makes you miss it when you're away for too long! With taking pride in your city comes fighting to see change for the better. One aspect I want to help improve in Akron with a legal education is its battle with the opioid epidemic. With the drug fatality rate increasing every year, I am passionate about representing those who are affected by the epidemic in my future, as well as strengthening current and creating new opportunities to link support to those affected.
Akron has parts of town that are family friendly neighborhoods and has beautiful buildings but it also has parts of town that are more on the dangerous side. Currently I live in the middle where our neighbors come from different cultures. The closer to downtown is more dangerous it can be but is more lively. Live music, student life, and different restaurants that sell amazing food. Some restaurants are still owned by families of the owner who started them. Lot of amazing Italian foods like Spaghetti Warehouse and Luigi's. Feeling tired? Well there are plenty of coffee shops to try around every corner. Parking is a struggle but can be a great way to get steps in. We have a big library that has about 3 stories, a Akron Art Museum and lock 3 that are a must to visit. Lock 3 always has some event going on like the Italian festival where people will set up tents and food trucks to eat out of and every restaurant will make a special dish to participate. Overall it's home to me.