Cleveland, Ohio
Rust Belt renaissance on Lake Erie
U.S. News (2025)
#65 Best Places to Live
Travel + Leisure (2024)
#15 America's Favorite Cities
WhereAtHome Score
77.5
C+out of 100
Overview
Cleveland has reinvented itself from its industrial past into a healthcare and cultural hub. The Cleveland Clinic is a world-renowned medical center, and the city boasts exceptional museums and a revitalized downtown. Extremely affordable housing and lakefront access make it attractive for those willing to embrace its character.
Key Highlights
- Cleveland Clinic - world-class healthcare
- Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
- Outstanding art and natural history museums
- Extremely affordable housing
- Lake Erie waterfront access
- Thriving food and brewery scene
Key Metrics
2024 Presidential Election
Cuyahoga County (county-level results)
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Climate
Summer High
82°F
Winter Low
21°F
Annual Rainfall
39"
Sunny Days
166
Amenities & Infrastructure
180+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
10 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
5 Universities
Higher education institutions
Public Transit Available
Bus, rail, or metro service
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
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Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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