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North Royalton, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, North Royalton, Ohio had a total population of 30,972, the 48th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $83,670, which is 17% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

North Royalton Quick Facts

Population 30,972
Median Household Income $83,670
Median Home Value $292,600
Poverty Rate 5.8%
Unemployment Rate 4.7%
Median Age 45.7 years
Homeownership Rate 71.7%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.3%
High School Graduation Rate 95.8%
Diversity Index 24/100
Population 30,972 48th of 1,264
Median Income $83,670 top 30%
Poverty Rate 5.8% 54% lower than national
Median Home Value $292,600 top 20%

How North Royalton Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population31,01330,972-0.1%
Median household income$81,810$83,670+2.3%
Median home value$276,300$292,600+5.9%

How North Royalton Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.7%
$25K-$50K 21.6%
$50K-$100K 28.7%
$100K+ 42.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.1%
$10K-$15K
2.1%
$15K-$20K
1.3%
$20K-$25K
2.1%
$25K-$30K
3.5%
$30K-$35K
2.5%
$35K-$40K
3.5%
$40K-$45K
6.8%
$45K-$50K
5.4%
$50K-$60K
3.8%
$60K-$75K
12.4%
$75K-$100K
12.5%
$100K-$125K
12.1%
$125K-$150K
6.8%
$150K-$200K
11.0%
$200K+
12.1%

Employment

4.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
67.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.7%
Renter 28.3%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,116/mo 16.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

24out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

North Royalton Rankings in Ohio

#48 Population of 1,264
#294 Median Income of 1,191
#206 Education of 1,264
#155 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Cuyahoga County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Cleveland 366,097 $40,801 30.6% $102,000
Parma 79,870 $69,295 10.1% $170,100
Lakewood 50,007 $68,954 10.3% $262,200
Euclid 48,823 $50,285 16.6% $126,500
Strongsville 45,983 $103,253 5.3% $298,300
Cleveland Heights 44,497 $72,826 15.9% $192,100
Westlake 34,104 $112,200 4.9% $368,200
North Olmsted 31,924 $84,363 8.3% $219,800
Garfield Heights 29,269 $54,593 22.0% $109,900
Shaker Heights 28,922 $104,073 8.4% $303,200

Cities Similar to North Royalton

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
North Olmsted31,924$84,363$219,80032.3%8.3%
Stow34,240$93,727$248,00047.9%5.2%
Marysville27,518$92,619$300,80033.1%6.7%
Brunswick35,246$90,663$249,10027.9%6.1%
Shaker Heights28,922$104,073$303,20069.3%8.4%

Population Overview

North Royalton is a mid-sized community located in Ohio, within Cuyahoga County. The total population is 30,972. It ranks as the 48th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in North Royalton is 45.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in North Royalton is $83,670. This is 17% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 57% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $292,600. Housing costs are 36% higher than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 71.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

North Royalton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.8% vs 2.5%).

Education

38.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for North Royalton, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of North Royalton, Ohio?

North Royalton, Ohio has a population of 30,972 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in North Royalton, OH?

The median household income in North Royalton is $83,670, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in North Royalton, OH?

The poverty rate in North Royalton is 5.8%. This means approximately 1,774 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of North Royalton, Ohio?

North Royalton's population is 86.9% White, 1.5% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in North Royalton, OH?

The median home value in North Royalton is $292,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is North Royalton, Ohio?

38.3% of adults (25+) in North Royalton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.