Stark County, Ohio Real Estate & Homes for Sale

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About Stark County

Nestled in the northeastern region of Ohio, Stark County is home to a collection of wonderful communities offering a myriad of characteristics, features and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Stark County is composed of 17 townships containing five incorporated cities and 14 villages. While Canton is the county seat and hub of activity for the county, each area offers a unique lifestyle.

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Education & Healthcare

Education plays a major role in Stark County, as there are plenty of options for public and private schools, and the county is home to six colleges and universities. There are four major hospitals and several immediate care facilities throughout the county, and residents may access the renowned Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland and Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital in Akron within a reasonable drive.

Lifestyle & Attractions

Housing options in the county range from gracious rural living to the conveniences of urban life. The arts community is strong in Canton, home to the Canton Cultural Center for the Arts, the Canton Museum of Art, and the Canton Symphony Orchestra. Sports and outdoor recreation are important to the County, which has more than 100 public parks, plus plenty of scenic trails for biking and hiking. Canton is also home to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a prominent regional attraction. The county is building a reputation as Ohio’s Golf Capital, as there are more than 20 public golf courses scattered throughout Stark County.

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Stark County
Demographic Information

374,853POPULATION
AS OF 2020

22 minutesAVERAGE
COMMUTE TIME

$63,130MEDIAN
HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$34,652PER CAPITA
INCOME

653POPULATION
PER SQUARE MILE

575.27SQUARE MILES
OF LAND

92.7%HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATE

24.1%BACHELOR'S DEGREE
OR HIGHER

Fips

Fips Code 39151

Population

2020 to 2023 Change down 0.6%

2010 Count 375,586

2023 Estimate (V2023) 372,716

2020 Estimate (V2023) 374,864

Age Distribution (Years Old)

0 to 4 5.3%

5 to 17 21.3%

18 to 64 52.7%

65 and Older 20.7%

Gender

Male 49.0%

Female 51.0%

Computer and Internet use

Households with a computer 92.4%

Households with a broadband Internet subscription 84.8%

Language

English is Second Language, Age 5+ 3.3%

English is First Language, Age 5+ 96.7%

Veterans

Veterans 21,951

Income

People in Poverty 13.2%

Housing

Total Housing Units 167,998

Households 154,690

Average Household Size 2.37

Owner-Occupied 68.2%

Multi-Family 20.0%

Owner-Occupied Median Value $164,900

Median selected monthly owner costs -with a mortgage $1,268

Median selected monthly owner costs -without a mortgage $483

Median gross rent $838

Building Permits

New Private Housing Issued 2023 509

Years at Residence

1 Year or More 88.8%

Less Than 1 Year 11.2%

Business and Employment

Private non-farm Establishments 8,029

Private non-farm Employment 135,584

Private non-farm Employment Growth down 2.9%

Nonemployer Establishments 27,851

Number of Firms 29,680

Business Production

Value of Shipments $11,181,630,000

Wholesale Trade $3,874,927,000

Retail Trade $5,377,131,000

Retail Sales Per Capita $14,219

Accommodation and Food Services $745,822,000

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