Akron, Ohio has a population of 44,307 according to the 2019 US Census. It is located in Summit County and the city experiences four distinct seasons every year. According to BestPlaces, Akron has a livability score of 66/100, which ranks it as #1,234 out of all US cities. The overall ranking factors include amenities, cost of living, crime rates, education levels, employment statistics and housing. In terms of amenities specifically, Akron received a score of 57/100 due to its access to many local parks and recreational facilities. The city also scored highly for access to quality educational facilities with a score of 64/100. Additionally, Akron was rated high for cost of living with a score of 73/100 due to its relatively affordable prices compared to other cities across the country. Finally, Akron received a low rating for housing which can be attributed to its limited availability and high prices when compared to other cities in Ohio. All in all, Akron is ranked #1,234 on BestPlaces list indicating that it is an average place with room for improvement in certain areas including housing affordability and availability.
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