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Introduction to Avon, Ohio
Avon, Ohio, in Lorain county, is 6 miles NE of Elyria, Ohio (center to center) and 17 miles W of Cleveland, Ohio. The city is conveniently located inside the Cleveland - Lorain - Elyria metropolitan area. There are an estimated 11,446 people in Avon.
Avon History
The area which is now known as the City of Avon was originally called Township Number 7. Its first permanent white settlers were in 1814. They were led by Wilbur Cahoon and came from Montgomery County in New York. In its initial years it was a part of the Cuyahoga County and governed by the Dover Township. In 1818, it was established as Xeuma and later renamed Troy Township. In 1824, it was renamed Avon Township.
Avon and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Avon
The waterfront is a great place to spend time and indulge in recreational activities. The area also has a number of excellent golf courses which offer world class facilities. The Avon Parks and Recreation department organizes a variety of activities and annual celebrations which interest the young as well as grown ups.
Avon Transportation
Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport is nearby.
Avon Higher Education
Lorain County Community College, Oberlin College, and Baldwin-Wallace College offer facilities for higher education.
Avon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Ohio):
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| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Comparing Avon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (State):
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