Canton, Ohio

Canton, Ohio

Introduction to Canton, Ohio

Canton is situated in the northeastern portion of Ohio in Starck County. Nimishillen Creek and its branches run through the town. The city was established in 1805. After the downfall of heavy manufacturing in the area, service industries such as retailing, healthcare, financial and education have become significant factors in the local economy. Canton is home to the noteworthy Pro Football Hall of Fame.

History

In 1769 a surveyor named Bezaleel Wells purchased the land that is now Canton and subdivided the property and sold the lots in 1805. During the Civil War, Canton became a prominent area for agriculture and industry. Steel production was thriving after the Civil War ended. Another economic spurt began in the 1880's due to manufacturing companies flourishing in the city, especially companies producing machinery. Agricultural equipment was being sold to businesses all over the world.

Watch making companies in Canton were quite prosperous during the 1880's. During the twentieth century iron and steel companies continued to thrive. Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Company has been a major employer in the city since the early 1900's, however it was sold and shut down in Canton in 2007. After World War II ended, the significance of the local manufacturing companies in the country's economy was significantly decreased.

Transportation

The city is served by the Akron-Canton Regional Airport. Public transportation is offered by SARTA.

Attractions

• The Canton Museum of Art showcases 19th and 20th Century American artists.
• Pro Football Hall of Fame displays a vast amount of professional football memorabilia.
• Canton Classic Car Museum.
• Canton Memorial Civic Center hosts a variety of events.
• Cultural Center for the Arts.
• Canton Museum of Art.
• National First Lady's Library was a Victorian style home of the First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley. It's currently a center which focuses on the numerous contributions of the presidents' wives as well as other women who had prominent roles in the politics of the country.
• Wm. McKinley Presidential Library and Memorial.

Activities

• Canton Palace Theatre.
• Canton Symphony Orchestra.
• Center Ice Skating Arena contains a NHL size rink.
• Italian American Festival.
• Stark County Fair.
• The Annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Festival is recognized as the biggest event in the city.
• The popular Timken Grand Parade.
• Nearby Amish Country in Holmes County.
• Cuyahoga Valley National Park, situated near Canton features several historic buildings and the Cuyahoga Scenic Railroad travels through the park.
• Nearby Zoar Village State Memorial is a historic village and popular with tourists.

Higher Education

Canton is home to Malone College. Walsh University, Stark State College and a campus of Kent State University are in the area.

High Points

Canton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Ohio):

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 7%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers)	Top 7%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 8%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 16%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of Canton, OH

Comparing Canton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Canton Almanac

Canton Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Canton Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Canton residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Canton, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Canton Hospitals

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
1320 MERCY DRIVE NW
(330) 489-1000
Emergency Service: Yes

AULTMAN HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
2600 SIXTH STREET SW
(330) 452-9911
Emergency Service: Yes

Starbucks in Canton

Canton High Schools (2004)

GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL
1015 44TH ST NW
330-492-7768
Serves 2,087 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16

MCKINLEY HIGH SCHOOL
2323 17TH ST NW
330-438-2712
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,978 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 22.5

CANTON SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
600 FAIRCREST ST SE
330-484-8000
Serves 873 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 14.1

TIMKEN HIGH SCHOOL
521 TUSCARAWAS ST W
330-438-2602
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 869 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 8.2

LIFE SKILLS CENTER CANTON
1100 CLEVELAND AVE NW
A charter school.
A Title I school.
Serves 345 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 27.6

CHOICES ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
816 30TH ST NW
330-451-3300
A Special Education School
Serves 278 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 30.9

COMMUNITY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
617 MCKINLEY AVE SW
330-438-2555
A Non-traditional School
Serves 32 students.

PASSAGES SCHOOL #1
1253 3RD ST SE
330-438-2677
A Special Education School
Serves 30 students.

GOLDEN EAGLE DIGITAL ACADEMY
901 44TH ST NW
330-492-3500
A charter school.
Serves 21 students.

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