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Independence, OH

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Population
7,456
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
860 ft
Median Home Value
$309,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,383/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$115,733
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in OhioPopulation rankingHighest population places in OhioNearest larger communityGarfield Heights, Ohio3.0 miles away · 28,790 residents.

About Independence

Independence is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, situated as a southern suburb of Cleveland at the intersection of Interstates 77 and 480. Originally named Center before being renamed in 1830, the community of approximately 7,500 is home to the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. Public education is administered by the Independence Local School District, which operates three schools within the city limits.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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