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Parma, OH

Parma is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States, located on the southern edge of Cleveland. As of the 2020 census, its population was 81,144. Parma is the seventh largest city in the state of Ohio, the largest suburb in the state, and the second largest city in Cuyahoga County after Cleveland.

Parma is southwest of Cleveland; it is bounded by Cleveland and Brooklyn on the north, Brooklyn Heights, and Seven Hills on the east, North Royalton and Broadview Heights on the south, and Brook Park, Middleburg Heights, and Parma Heights on the west.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 20.07 square miles (51.98 km²), of which 20.02 square miles (51.85 km²) is land and 0.05 square miles (0.13 km²) is water.

Two major changes and developments have recently occurred regarding two principal sites within the city: The West Creek Preservation Agency has worked to preserve various historic and natural sites in the city, including the Henninger House and the West Creek Watershed. Henninger House built in 1849 and the oldest standing home in Parma, is planned to be part of the proposed Quarry Creek Historic District.

Parma is bounded by Cleveland and Brooklyn on the north, Brooklyn Heights, and Seven Hills on the east, North Royalton and Broadview Heights on the south, and Brook Park, Middleburg Heights, and Parma Heights on the west.

In 1806, the area that would eventually become Parma and Parma Heights was originally surveyed by Abraham Tappan, a surveyor for the Connecticut Land Company, and was known as Township 6 - Range 13. This designation gave the town its first identity in the Western Reserve. Soon after, Township 6 - Range 13 was commonly referred to as "Greenbriar", supposedly for the rambling bush that grew there. Benajah Fay, his wife Ruth Wilcox Fay, and their ten children, arrivals from Lewis County, New York, were the first settlers in 1816. It was then that Greenbriar, under a newly organized government seat under Brooklyn Township, began attending to its own governmental needs.

Self-government started to gain in popularity by the time the new Greenbriar settlement contained twenty householders. However, before the establishment of the new township, the name Greenbriar was replaced by the name Parma. This was largely due to Dr. David Long who had recently returned from Italy and "impressed with the grandeur and beauty...was reminded of Parma, Italy and...persuaded the early townspeople that the territory deserved a better name than Greenbriar."

By 1920, the US census showed Parma Township had a population of just 2,345, but the following decade proved to be a time of significant growth and development for Parma. It was in the 1920s that Parma Township transformed from a farming community into a village. On December 15, 1924, Parma was incorporated as a village.

On January 1, 1931, Parma became a city with a population of 13,899. Whereas the incorporation of the village of Parma was met with much optimism, the newly established city of Parma faced the uncertainty of the Great Depression which had almost entirely stopped its growth.

Parma places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities and recreational opportunities available to residents. The UH Parma Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in the area, offering a wide range of medical services to meet the needs of the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Parma 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 Planet Fitness, Weight Loss Gym, and FitWorks. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Parma, such as the James Day Park and Big Creek Connector Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Parma, OH are West Creek Reservation, Make Believe Family Fun Center, and The Shoppes at Parma.

Population: 79,358 (2022). ZIP Codes: 44129. Area codes: 440, 216. Elevation: 863 ft (263 m). Area: 20.07 sq mi (51.98 km²).

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What is Parma, OH famous for?

Parma is the home of Cuyahoga Community College West Campus, Parma Community General Hospital, German Central Farm, and Parmatown Mall. It was once the home of a Nike missile site and Crile General Hospital, which was a hospital for soldiers and military veterans from 1943-1964. Parma's school district is shared with Parma Heights and Seven Hills. The area's rich ethnic heritage is derived from the largest segments of its population, the Germans, Poles, Italians, Slovaks, and Irish, who have chosen to make Parma their home over the years.

Is Parma, Ohio a nice place to live?

Living in Parma offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Parma, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many retirees live in Parma and residents tend to lean conservative.

What is the crime rate in Parma, OH?

Parma has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Parma is 1 in 94. Collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and residents can help address crime prevention and create a safer environment for all individuals in Parma.

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City of Parma, OH

UH Parma Medical Center 

Planet Fitness

Weight Loss Gym 

FitWorks

James Day Park 

Big Creek Connector Trail

West Creek Reservation

Make Believe Family Fun Center

The Shoppes at Parma

Cleveland Memory

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