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Parma, OH

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Parma, OH

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Demographics

Predominantly WhiteSimpson's Diversity Index: 33
Population80,131
Foreign Born3.3%
Population Density4,002people per mi²
Median Age43.2 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
StableSince 2010, this city has held a relatively stable population and racial composition.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
A-
Great

A high quality of life with strong walkability, manageable living costs, healthy neighborhood signals, and solid amenity access.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

77/100

23% below national average

A+

The Real Cost of Living in Parma, Ohio

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $17k$32k
Comfortable $31k$45k
Luxury $99k+$154k+
Elite (Top 5%) $117k+$181k+
Affordability Ratio

150%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A
Hood Index scan area
Luxury Lean88%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
37
Positive
16
Poor
6
Negative
2

Groceries

5 within 10 miles

0.4mi

Gas

20 within 10 miles

0.3mi

Hospital

20 within 20 miles

0.2mi

Airport

Pittsburgh International Airport

98.3mi

Post Office

USPS — Parma, OH

0.6mi

Critical Amenities

Golf15Nearest 0.3 mi
Camping19Nearest 7.9 mi
Marina6Nearest 7.4 mi
Winery3Nearest 3.9 mi
Ice Rink1Nearest 5.4 mi
Gun Range3Nearest 2.6 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
D+
Soft

A below-average socioeconomic profile. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment trail the U.S., with higher poverty and unemployment.

Median HHI
$67k+2.4%
10% below US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$502k
23% below US avg
College Educated
24.3%
31% below US avg
WFH
10.4%
27% below US avg
Homeownership
72.8%
11% above US avg
Median Home
$158k
44% below US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
B-
Safe

Generally safer than 56% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
15.8
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−17.0%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−16.7%
Homicide*
0.04 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Robbery*
0.38 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Aggravated Assault*
1.74 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg

Property Crime

5yr−17.3%
Burglary*
1.75 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Larceny-Theft*
9.70 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft*
1.75 / 1k ResidentsEqual to state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025* = State-level data substituted where local agency has not published figures

Political Climate

Cook PVI: R+5Leans Conservative

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Parma, Ohio
Dem Rep
40%50%60%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
B+
Self-Reliant

Viable for self-reliance. Generally workable, though some barriers may limit total independence.

State Policy

Tax Burden
C+
Weak10.0% of income
Property Rights
C
FairIJ Grade C
Firearm Rights
B-
GoodFPC Grade B-
Homeschooling
A-
GoodLow regulation

Energy independence: Importer (40% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
F
ProhibitedIllegal
Gambling Laws
A
Broadly OpenCasinos · Poker · Sportsbetting
Marijuana Laws
A+
Fully LegalRecreational

Homesteading

Growing Season194 days257 frost-free
Annual Rainfall49.0"
Elevation955 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D+
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor8.1 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
D-
Poor4,002/sq mi
Fallout Danger
B+
Good2 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding, Cold Wave, Tornado, Heat Wave, Earthquake
Border / Coast
A+
Greatborder 108 mi · coast 388 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$282.4M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityCleveland373k people are 8.1 mi away
Nearest Major AirportNo hub airport within 50 mi
Distance to State Capital119 miColumbus, OH
Nearest Prison16 mi3 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-21T20:32:51.000Z

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