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North Canton, OH

North Canton is a city in central Stark County, Ohio, United States. The population was 17,842 at the 2020 census. It is a suburb of the Canton–Massillon metropolitan area. The West Branch of Nimishillen Creek flows through the city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.40 square miles (16.58 km²), all land.

North Canton was established as the village of New Berlin in 1831. Residents were primarily of German descent. During World War I, it became unfashionable to be associated with anything German so in 1918, the community changed the name of the village to North Canton.

William H. “Boss” Hoover moved his tannery business from the family farm to the center of the New Berlin village in 1873. The first upright vacuum cleaner was invented in June 1908 in North Canton by department store janitor James M. Spangler. Hoover bought the patent, and The Hoover Company became the world's largest manufacturer of vacuum cleaners by the 1930s. In 2007, Hoover officially shut down its production facility in North Canton.

Most students attend North Canton City Schools, which consists of Clearmount and Northwood elementary schools and Greentown and Orchard Hill intermediate schools, plus North Canton Middle School and North Canton Hoover High School. Also in the city limits is St. Paul School, which offers a private, parochial education, in the Catholic tradition, for students in grades K-8. Walsh University is a private, Catholic university that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Enrollment is about 2,500. Men's and women's athletic teams are members of the NCAA Division II and Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Plain Local Schools and Jackson Local Schools also exist in the 44720 zip code.

As of the census of 2010, there were 17,488 people, 7,557 households, and 4,426 families living in the city. The population density was 2,732.5 inhabitants per square mile (1,055.0/km²). There were 8,078 housing units at an average density of 1,262.2 per square mile (487.3/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 94.8% White, 2.0% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.1% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 7,557 households, of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.4% were non-families. 36.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.82.

North Canton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering its residents access to quality healthcare services and recreational facilities. Community Health Care, a leading healthcare provider in the region, offers comprehensive medical care, including specialized services and wellness programs. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the North Canton 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 4.40 Performance, Intelligent Fitness, and Powerhouse Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around North Canton, such as the Price Park Loop and Ariss Park Walking Trail Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in North Canton, OH are Hoover Historical Center, Factory of Terror, and Carnival Of Horrors.

Population: 17,637 (2023). ZIP code: 44709. Area code: 330. Elevation: 1,161 ft (354 m). Area: 6.40 sq mi (16.57 km²).

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What are the demographics of North Canton, OH?

North Canton, OH is home to a population of 17.8k people, of which 99.4% are citizens. As of 2022, 1.92% of North Canton, OH residents were born outside of the country (341 people). In 2022, there were 25.6 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (16.3k people) in North Canton, OH than any other race or ethnicity. There were 637 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 255 Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What did North Canton, OH used to be called?

Even though German settlers had named their community, “New Berlin,” growing frustration over the war against Germany made the name “Berlin” very unpopular with its citizens.  A petition was filed on December 3, 1917, with the Stark County Court of Common Pleas to change the name from New Berlin to North Canton.  The name was officially changed on January 31, 1918.

Is North Canton, OH wealthy?

The per capita income in North Canton in 2018 was $45,655, which is wealthy relative to Ohio and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $182,620 for a family of four. However, North Canton contains both very wealthy and poor people as well. By recognizing and addressing the needs of all residents, North Canton can continue to build upon its strengths and enhance the well-being of its entire population.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of North Canton

Community Health Care

North Canton Parks and Recreation Department

4.40 Performance

Intelligent Fitness 

Powerhouse Gym

Price Park Loop 

Ariss Park Walking Trail Loop

Hoover Historical Center

Factory of Terror

Carnival Of Horrors

Data USA

NeighborhoodScout

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