Living in Portage County, Ohio

Portage County is a county in Ohio with a population of around 162,275, part of the Akron, OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Kent, Streetsboro, Aurora.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,606/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $244K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Portage County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.