Canton, OH
CANTON, OHIO: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.30.20)
AGE IN CANTON, OHIO
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 3,603 | 5.1% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5,770 | 8.2% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5,267 | 7.5% |
| 35 to 39 years | 3,845 | 5.5% |
| 40 to 44 years | 3,875 | 5.5% |
| 45 to 49 years | 4,470 | 6.3% |
| 50 to 54 years | 3,756 | 5.3% |
| 55 to 59 years | 3,706 | 5.3% |
| 60 to 64 years | 4,351 | 6.2% |
| 65 to 69 years | 3,842 | 5.5% |
| 70 to 74 years | 2,825 | 4.0% |
| 75 to 79 years | 1,637 | 2.3% |
| 80 to 84 years | 883 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 1,657 | 2.4% |
The median age in Canton is 34.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN CANTON, OHIO
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 45,439 | 64.5% |
| Black or African American | 18,211 | 25.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | – | 0.0% |
| Asian | 727 | 1.0% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | – | 0.0% |
| Other | 1,966 | 2.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN CANTON, OHIO
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 1,815 | 3.9% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 4,725 | 10.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 17,819 | 38.4% |
| Some college, no degree | 12,107 | 26.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 3,708 | 8.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 3,976 | 8.6% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 2,294 | 4.9% |
| High school graduate or higher | 39,904 | 85.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 6,270 | 13.5% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 40,174 | 86.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN CANTON, OHIO
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 13.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 9.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 16.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 14.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 0.5% |
Median household income: $31,735
Mean household income: $43,236
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN CANTON, OHIO
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $16,412 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $23,362 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $25,102 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $41,611 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $53,499 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN CANTON, OHIO
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 53,772 | NA |
| Never married | 23,495 | 43.7% |
| Now married (except separated) | 16,040 | 29.8% |
| Separated | 1,126 | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 4,185 | 7.8% |
| Divorced | 8,926 | 16.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN CANTON, OHIO
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 21,672 | 31.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN CANTON, OHIO
| Owner-occupied housing units | 14,500 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 15,905 |
| Single-family detached units | 23,752 |
| Homeownership rate | 47.7% |
| Vacancy rate | 14.0% |
| Renters rate | 52.3% |
| Average housing value | $90,193 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $581 |
| Average rent | $495 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN CANTON, OHIO
| Average income | $43,236 |
| Average household size | 2.26 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 63.0% |
| Percent disabled | 16.1% |
| Percent with health coverage | 92.1% |
| Average travel time to work | 20 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 4.6% |
| Percent veterans | 8.0% |
| Percent foreign born | 2.5% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 1.3% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN CANTON, OHIO
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $39,426.96 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $290.40 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $170.90 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $53.67 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $24.03 |
| Apparel & services | $1,139.82 |
| Men’s apparel | $216.53 |
| Women’s apparel | $378.30 |
| Children’s apparel | $176.52 |
| Boys’ apparel | $61.52 |
| Girls’ apparel | $67.22 |
| Footwear | $263.93 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $1,943.34 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $197.47 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $602.56 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $896.66 |
| Education | $789.01 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $1,706.90 |
| Club membership fees | $109.88 |
| Dating services | $0.49 |
| Pet food | $142.86 |
| Pet services | $31.13 |
| Food consumed at home | $2,818.23 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $371.24 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $289.08 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $536.63 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $627.78 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $284.39 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $993.51 |
| Health care | $3,249.75 |
| Medical services | $578.75 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $79.54 |
| Household Services | $1,059.01 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $44.95 |
| Lawn and garden services | $227.69 |
| Housekeeping services | $79.71 |
| PC repair | $3.58 |
| Housing | $12,371.07 |
| Home improvements | $1,260.20 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $2,748.32 |
| Phone services | $982.97 |
| Water | $384.99 |
| Life and other insurance | $242.36 |
| Pensions and social security | $4,026.57 |
| Personal care products and services | $470.33 |
| Hair care products | $57.52 |
| Personal care products | $194.03 |
| Local transportation | $4,704.27 |
| Gasoline | $1,226.55 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $630.44 |
| Travel | $1,080.20 |
| Airline fares | $254.03 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $12.74 |
| Lodging on trips | $297.29 |
| Food and drink on trips | $262.15 |
| Entertainment on trips | $94.37 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN STARK COUNTY (home to CANTON, OHIO)
| % with any debt in collections | 31% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,485 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 20% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $591 |
| % with student loan debt | 20% |
| Average student loan debt | $20,055 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $183 |
| % with auto debt | 32% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN CANTON, OHIO
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 2,108 | 6.8% |
| February 2019 | 1,779 | 5.7% |
| March 2019 | 1,725 | 5.5% |
| April 2019 | 1,415 | 4.6% |
| May 2019 | 1,398 | 4.5% |
| June 2019 | 1,615 | 5.2% |
| July 2019 | 1,675 | 5.3% |
| August 2019 | 1,613 | 5.1% |
| September 2019 | 1,511 | 4.9% |
| October 2019 | 1,535 | 4.9% |
| November 2019 | 1,551 | 5.0% |
| December 2019 | 1,553 | 5.0% |
| January 2020 | 2,018 | 6.5% |
| February 2020 | 1,887 | 6.0% |
| March 2020 | 2,019 | 6.5% |
| April 2020 | 5,335 | 17.5% |
| May 2020 | 4,492 | 14.5% |
| June 2020 | 4,196 | 13.2% |
| July 2020 | 3,586 | 11.6% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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