Cleveland, OH
CLEVELAND, OHIO: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.25.20)
AGE IN CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 30,527 | 8.0% |
| 25 to 29 years | 34,481 | 9.0% |
| 30 to 34 years | 28,247 | 7.4% |
| 35 to 39 years | 22,147 | 5.8% |
| 40 to 44 years | 20,386 | 5.3% |
| 45 to 49 years | 21,203 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 24,402 | 6.4% |
| 55 to 59 years | 29,532 | 7.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 25,849 | 6.7% |
| 65 to 69 years | 19,152 | 5.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 13,503 | 3.5% |
| 75 to 79 years | 9,450 | 2.5% |
| 80 to 84 years | 5,862 | 1.5% |
| 85+ years | 6,768 | 1.8% |
The median age in Cleveland is 36.3 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 158,228 | 41.2% |
| Black or African American | 181,840 | 47.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,987 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 11,503 | 3.0% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 249 | 0.1% |
| Other | 10,885 | 2.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 15,048 | 5.8% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 36,132 | 13.8% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 84,659 | 32.4% |
| Some college, no degree | 59,485 | 22.8% |
| Associate’s degree | 21,254 | 8.1% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 27,340 | 10.5% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 17,064 | 6.5% |
| High school graduate or higher | 209,802 | 80.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 44,404 | 17.0% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 216,578 | 82.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 20.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 9.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 6.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.1% |
Median household income: $29,953
Mean household income: $47,788
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $18,507 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $24,101 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $29,717 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $45,149 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $58,560 |
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 CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 315,963 | NA |
| Never married | 169,972 | 53.8% |
| Now married (except separated) | 76,141 | 24.1% |
| Separated | 9,579 | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 17,736 | 5.6% |
| Divorced | 42,535 | 13.5% |
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 CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 123,640 | 33.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Owner-occupied housing units | 69,942 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 99,423 |
| Single-family detached units | 99,196 |
| Homeownership rate | 41.3% |
| Vacancy rate | 20.2% |
| Renters rate | 58.7% |
| Average housing value | $97,098 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $603 |
| Average rent | $584 |
Source: US Census; https://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 CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Average income | $43,920 |
| Average household size | 2.21 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 58.8% |
| Percent disabled | 20.4% |
| Percent with health coverage | 91.3% |
| Average travel time to work | 24.0 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 10.0% |
| Percent veterans | 6.2% |
| Percent foreign born | 5.4% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 3.4% |
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 CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $38,787.55 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $286.57 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $167.91 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $53.16 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $23.58 |
| Apparel & services | $1,134.22 |
| Men’s apparel | $215.15 |
| Women’s apparel | $376.77 |
| Children’s apparel | $173.67 |
| Boys’ apparel | $60.33 |
| Girls’ apparel | $66.21 |
| Footwear | $264.98 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $1,924.33 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $197.43 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $597.90 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $887.71 |
| Education | $782.86 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $1,663.09 |
| Club membership fees | $108.29 |
| Dating services | $0.52 |
| Pet food | $137.39 |
| Pet services | $29.87 |
| Food consumed at home | $2,790.20 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $367.16 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $283.21 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $531.12 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $627.10 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $282.81 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $981.61 |
| Health care | $3,134.90 |
| Medical services | $550.53 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $77.70 |
| Household Services | $1,034.46 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $45.08 |
| Lawn and garden services | $212.21 |
| Housekeeping services | $77.15 |
| PC repair | $3.55 |
| Housing | $12,327.95 |
| Home improvements | $1,169.08 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $2,716.09 |
| Phone services | $979.63 |
| Water | $375.38 |
| Life and other insurance | $231.46 |
| Pensions and social security | $3,900.53 |
| Personal care products and services | $461.20 |
| Hair care products | $56.63 |
| Personal care products | $188.89 |
| Local transportation | $4,623.95 |
| Gasoline | $1,214.92 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $613.43 |
| Travel | $1,043.69 |
| Airline fares | $248.68 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $12.22 |
| Lodging on trips | $285.39 |
| Food and drink on trips | $254.48 |
| Entertainment on trips | $90.49 |
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 CUYAHOGA COUNTY (home to CLEVELAND, OHIO)
| % with any debt in collections | 36% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,403 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 16% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $515 |
| % with student loan debt | 21% |
| Average student loan debt | $20,363 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $189 |
| % with auto debt | 31% |
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 CLEVELAND, OHIO
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 9,559 | 6.0% |
| February 2019 | 9,722 | 6.1% |
| March 2019 | 8,817 | 5.6% |
| April 2019 | 7,567 | 4.8% |
| May 2019 | 7,925 | 5.0% |
| June 2019 | 9,455 | 5.9% |
| July 2019 | 9,803 | 6.0% |
| August 2019 | 8,383 | 5.2% |
| September 2019 | 7,557 | 4.7% |
| October 2019 | 6,917 | 4.4% |
| November 2019 | 6,774 | 4.3% |
| December 2019 | 7,006 | 4.5% |
| January 2020 | 9,271 | 5.9% |
| February 2020 | 10,122 | 6.4% |
| March 2020 | 13,834 | 9.0% |
| April 2020 | 41,530 | 26.1% |
| May 2020 | 36,486 | 21.9% |
| June 2020 | 33,223 | 19.4% |
| July 2020 | 27,796 | 17.3% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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