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Macedonia, OH

Macedonia is a city in northern Summit County, Ohio, United States. The population was 12,168 at the 2020 census. It is a suburb of the Akron metropolitan area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.75 square miles (25.25 km²), including 9.71 square miles (25.15 km²) of land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) of water.

The city's name is said to derive from a small joke among divinity students at Western Reserve College, which in the early 19th century was in Hudson, Ohio. The students, who were called upon to preach in the small hamlet 6 miles (10 km) to the north, recalled Acts 16:10: "...we sought to go to Macedonia, concluding that the Lord had called us to preach the gospel to them."

As of the census of 2010, there were 11,188 people, 4,338 households, and 3,231 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,152.2 inhabitants per square mile (444.9/km²). There were 4,545 housing units at an average density of 468.1 per square mile (180.7/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 83.6% White, 10.4% African American, 0.1% Native American, 3.9% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 4,338 households, of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.5% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.5% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% were composed of a person 65 years or older living alone. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 43.4 years. 22.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24% were from 25 to 44; 32.7% were from 45 to 64; and 14.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

The health and wellness sector plays a significant role in promoting wellness in Macedonia. The city is home to several healthcare facilities, including the Cleveland Clinic Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center, which provides a wide range of medical services to residents. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Macedonia Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Iron Jox Fitness, Prescription Fitness, and Orangetheory Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Macedonia, such as the Old Carriage Trail and Longwood Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top Sites in Macedonia, OH are Cuyahoga Valley National Park, MGM Northfield Park, and Fun 'n' Stuff.

Population: 12,168 (2020). ZIP Code: 44056. Area code: 330. Elevation: 988 ft (301 m). Area: 9.76 sq mi (25.29 km²).

FAQs

How did Macedonia, OH get its name?

In the early years of this new settlement, young theology students from Western Reserve College in Hudson were asked to come to “The Corner” to preach on Sundays at the Free Will Baptist Church. Within their little circle, these theologians began using the biblical passage, “Come over into Macedonia and help us”, when referring to their Sunday preaching visit. Either by accident or by divine intervention, the little settlement at “The Corners” became permanently known as Macedonia.

What are the demographics of Macedonia, OH?

Macedonia, OH is home to a population of 12.1k people, of which 99% are citizens. As of 2022, 5.31% of Macedonia, OH residents were born outside of the country (644 people). In 2022, there were 7.32 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (9.46k people) in Macedonia, OH than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.29k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 852 Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Macedonia, OH a nice place to live?

Macedonia is in Summit County and is one of the best places to live in Ohio. Living in Macedonia offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Macedonia, there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Residents of Macedonia tend to lean conservative.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Macedonia

Cleveland Clinic Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center

Macedonia Parks and Recreation Department

Iron Jox Fitness

Prescription Fitness 

Orangetheory Gym

Old Carriage Trail 

Longwood Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

MGM Northfield Park

Fun 'n' Stuff

Data USA

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