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Akron Overview

1,675
TOTAL POPULATION
850
MALE POPULATION
825
FEMALE POPULATION
103.03
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.06
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,359
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,141
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,813
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,822
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
812
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Akron Zip Codes

Akron Area Codes

Race in Akron

The most populous races in Akron are White / Caucasian (1,444 | 86.2%), Hispanic or Latino (258 | 15.4%), and Two or more Races (123 | 7.3%).
Race in Akron
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American482.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino25815.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,44486.2%
Two or more Races1237.3%
Some other Race603.6%
Total1,675100.0%

Ancestry in Akron

The most populous ancestries reported in Akron are German (418 | 25.0%), Mexican (235 | 14.0%), English (146 | 8.7%), Irish (131 | 7.8%), and American (82 | 4.9%), together accounting for 60.4% of all Akron residents.
Ancestry in Akron
Ancestry# Population% Population
African80.5%
American824.9%
Arab40.2%
Basque281.7%
Belgian90.5%
Bhutanese80.5%
British301.8%
Burmese100.6%
Cherokee231.4%
Creek40.2%
Cuban60.4%
Czech20.1%
Danish161.0%
Dominican50.3%
Dutch382.3%
Eastern European231.4%
English1468.7%
European342.0%
French201.2%
German41825.0%
Hungarian50.3%
Irish1317.8%
Italian231.4%
Mexican23514.0%
Moroccan40.2%
Northern European80.5%
Norwegian150.9%
Polish442.6%
Portuguese60.4%
Russian181.1%
Scandinavian90.5%
Scotch-Irish181.1%
Scottish161.0%
Slovak40.2%
Spanish10.1%
Spanish American100.6%
Subsaharan African80.5%
Swedish211.3%
Welsh40.2%
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Immigrants in Akron

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Akron came from Central America (44 | 2.6%), Latin America (44 | 2.6%), and Mexico (44 | 2.6%), together accounting for 7.9% of all Akron residents.
Immigrants in Akron
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America442.6%
Latin America442.6%
Mexico442.6%
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Sex and Age in Akron

Sex and Age in Akron

The most populous age groups in Akron are 35 to 39 Years (127 | 14.9%) for men and 85 Years and over (92 | 11.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Akron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (4.5%)19 (2.3%)
5 to 9 Years43 (5.1%)48 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years30 (3.5%)37 (4.5%)
15 to 19 Years55 (6.5%)23 (2.8%)
20 to 24 Years82 (9.7%)76 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Years58 (6.8%)67 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years45 (5.3%)41 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Years127 (14.9%)29 (3.5%)
40 to 44 Years43 (5.1%)65 (7.9%)
45 to 49 Years53 (6.2%)29 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years28 (3.3%)50 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years37 (4.3%)36 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years50 (5.9%)67 (8.1%)
65 to 69 Years54 (6.4%)49 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years36 (4.2%)51 (6.2%)
75 to 79 Years22 (2.6%)36 (4.4%)
80 to 84 Years24 (2.8%)10 (1.2%)
85 Years and over25 (2.9%)92 (11.2%)
Total850 (100.0%)825 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Akron

Median Family Size in Akron

The median family size in Akron is 2.46 persons per family, with married-couple families (340 | 75.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (41 | 9.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.27 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Akron
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple340 (75.4%)2.51
Single Male/Father41 (9.1%)2.27
Single Female/Mother70 (15.5%)2.37
Total Families451 (100.0%)2.46

Median Household Size in Akron

The median household size in Akron is 1.92 persons per household, with single female/mother households (70 | 9.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.69 persons per household. non-family households (311 | 40.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Akron
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple340 (44.6%)2.51
Single Male/Father41 (5.4%)2.32
Single Female/Mother70 (9.2%)2.69
Non-family311 (40.8%)1.05
Total Households762 (100.0%)1.92

Household Size by Marriage Status in Akron

Out of a total of 762 households in Akron, 451 (59.2%) are family households, while 311 (40.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 271, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 295.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Akron
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-295 (38.7%)
2-Person Households271 (35.6%)16 (2.1%)
3-Person Households86 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households66 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households22 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total451 (59.2%)311 (40.8%)

Female Fertility in Akron

Fertility by Age in Akron

Average fertility rate in Akron is 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 136.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 92.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Akron
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years25 (92.6%)136.0
35 to 50 years2 (7.4%)15.0
Total27 (100.0%)79.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Akron

66.7% of women with births (27) in Akron are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 36.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Akron
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
35 to 50 years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (66.7%)9 (33.3%)

Fertility by Education in Akron

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Akron
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma2 (7.4%)21.0
College or Associate's Degree22 (81.5%)159.0
Bachelor's Degree3 (11.1%)36.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total27 (100.0%)79.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Akron

33.3% of women with births in Akron are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 40.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Akron
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree13 (59.1%)9 (40.9%)
Bachelor's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (66.7%)9 (33.3%)

Income in Akron

Income Overview in Akron

Per Capita Income in Akron is $34,359, while median incomes of families and households are $59,141 and $52,813 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,675$34,359
Median Family Income451$59,141
Mean Family Income451$86,004
Median Household Income762$52,813
Mean Household Income762$71,106
Income Deficit451$6,822
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,67530.42%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,67569.58¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6750.46

Earnings by Sex in Akron

Average Earnings in Akron are $35,000, $40,313 for men and $28,050 for women, a difference of 30.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Akron
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male487 (52.5%)$40,313
Female441 (47.5%)$28,050
Total928 (100.0%)$35,000

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Akron

The most common earnings brackets in Akron are $100,000+ for men (59 | 12.1%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (63 | 14.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Akron
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less22 (4.5%)8 (1.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (3.7%)8 (1.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (0.8%)21 (4.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99917 (3.5%)20 (4.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (2.1%)7 (1.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9998 (1.6%)51 (11.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49914 (2.9%)63 (14.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99914 (2.9%)10 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49918 (3.7%)2 (0.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)17 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99950 (10.3%)33 (7.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (1.8%)40 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99958 (11.9%)14 (3.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99921 (4.3%)20 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99929 (5.9%)27 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99931 (6.4%)20 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99928 (5.8%)6 (1.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99925 (5.1%)34 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (10.7%)22 (5.0%)
$100,000+59 (12.1%)18 (4.1%)
Total487 (100.0%)441 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Akron

Average earnings in Akron are $47,500 for men and $31,875 for women, a difference of 32.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,528. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,906.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Akron
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,528$0
High School Diploma$40,278$23,906
College or Associate's Degree$42,917$28,850
Bachelor's Degree$91,500$0
Graduate Degree$85,625$48,750
Total$47,500$31,875

Family Income in Akron

Family Income Brackets in Akron

According to the Akron family income data, there are 120 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Akron
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00081.8%
$10,000 to $14,99930.7%
$15,000 to $24,9995412.0%
$25,000 to $34,9995311.8%
$35,000 to $49,999368.0%
$50,000 to $74,99912026.6%
$75,000 to $99,9996213.7%
$100,000 to $149,999368.0%
$150,000 to $199,999286.2%
$200,000+5111.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Akron

3-person families (58 | 12.9%) account for the highest median family income in Akron with $151,250 per family, while 3-person families (58 | 12.9%) have the highest median income of $50,417 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Akron
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families299 (66.3%)$53,309
3-Person Families58 (12.9%)$151,250
4-Person Families66 (14.6%)$102,083
5-Person Families22 (4.9%)$78,333
6-Person Families1 (0.2%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (1.1%)$0
Total451 (100.0%)$59,141

Family Income by Number of Earners in Akron

The median family income in Akron is $59,141, with families comprising 3+ earners (16) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (34) have the lowest median family income of $41,000, accounting for 3.5% and 7.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Akron
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners34 (7.5%)$41,000
1 Earner138 (30.6%)$42,000
2 Earners263 (58.3%)$77,784
3+ Earners16 (3.5%)$250,001
Total451 (100.0%)$59,141

Household Income in Akron

Household Income Brackets in Akron

With 179 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Akron, accounting for 23.5% of all households. In contrast, only 25 households (3.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Akron
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000324.2%
$10,000 to $14,999253.3%
$15,000 to $24,9998611.3%
$25,000 to $34,99912416.3%
$35,000 to $49,99910013.1%
$50,000 to $74,99917923.5%
$75,000 to $99,9998711.4%
$100,000 to $149,999466.0%
$150,000 to $199,999283.7%
$200,000+557.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Akron

The median household income in Akron is $52,813, with the highest median household income of $79,167 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 168 households (22.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 116 households (15.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Akron
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years116 (15.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years168 (22.1%)$79,167
45 to 64 Years226 (29.7%)$64,318
65+ Years252 (33.1%)$31,645
Total762 (100.0%)$52,813

Poverty in Akron

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Akron

With 8.7% poverty level for males and 11.2% for females among the residents of Akron, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (34.2%) and 32 females (39.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Akron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (10.0%)5 (9.4%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)7 (35.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (33.3%)
18 to 24 Years6 (7.3%)32 (39.0%)
25 to 34 Years1 (1.9%)4 (4.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years7 (8.6%)15 (19.0%)
55 to 64 Years7 (9.1%)7 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years6 (6.7%)6 (6.1%)
75 Years and over15 (23.8%)7 (7.4%)
Total61 (8.7%)85 (11.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Akron

According to the poverty statistics in Akron, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Akron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (65.8%)19 (100.0%)
5 Years1 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years54 (90.0%)48 (90.6%)
12 to 14 Years12 (100.0%)13 (65.0%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years13 (100.0%)4 (66.7%)
18 to 24 Years76 (92.7%)50 (61.0%)
25 to 34 Years52 (98.1%)95 (96.0%)
35 to 44 Years122 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years74 (91.4%)64 (81.0%)
55 to 64 Years70 (90.9%)95 (93.1%)
65 to 74 Years83 (93.3%)93 (93.9%)
75 Years and over48 (76.2%)87 (92.5%)
Total640 (91.3%)676 (88.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Akron

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Akron show that 3.2% or 11 of the total 340 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.5%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Akron
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children221 (96.5%)8 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children88 (96.7%)3 (3.3%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (96.8%)11 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Akron

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Akron
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)31 (62.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)34 (48.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Akron

The poverty data for Akron shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 34 of the single-parent households (30.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (3.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Akron
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children3 (3.3%)31 (43.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (3.2%)34 (30.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Akron

Employment by Class of Employer in Akron

Among the 788 employed individuals in Akron, private company employees (353 | 44.8%), local government employees (208 | 26.4%), and state government employees (76 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Akron
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees35344.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)293.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)698.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations384.8%
Local Government Employees20826.4%
State Government Employees769.6%
Federal Government Employees151.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total788100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Akron

According to the labor force statistics for Akron, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,439), 56.4% or 812 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 17 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 91.9% or 147 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.5% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Akron
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years27 (47.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years122 (77.2%)4 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Years89 (71.2%)3 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Years45 (52.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years186 (70.5%)6 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years147 (91.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years53 (72.6%)4 (7.5%)
60 to 64 Years51 (43.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years78 (41.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total812 (56.4%)17 (2.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Akron

According to labor force statistics for Akron, 69.2% of individuals (571) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (825) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 13 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.1% or 172 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.2% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Akron
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School13 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma149 (58.9%)5 (2.0%)
College / Associate Degree237 (72.5%)14 (4.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher172 (89.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total571 (69.2%)19 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Akron

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Akron are Community & Social Service (130 | 16.4%), Education Instruction & Library (101 | 12.7%), Management (96 | 12.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (33 | 4.2%), and Education, Arts & Media (16 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Akron

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Akron, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (87.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Akron
OccupationMaleFemale
Management27 (28.1%)69 (71.9%)
Business & Financial9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 23 (17.7%)107 (82.3%)
Education, Arts & Media2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library21 (20.8%)80 (79.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (18.2%)27 (81.8%)
Health Technologists3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Total (Category)75 (26.5%)208 (73.5%)
Total (Overall)388 (48.9%)406 (51.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Akron are Security & Protection (109 | 13.7%), Law Enforcement (109 | 13.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (43 | 5.4%), Personal Care & Service (22 | 2.8%), and Healthcare Support (17 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Akron

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Akron, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (70.6%), Law Enforcement (70.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (76.7%), and Personal Care & Service (59.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Akron
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3 (17.6%)14 (82.4%)
Security & Protection77 (70.6%)32 (29.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement77 (70.6%)32 (29.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (23.3%)33 (76.7%)
Personal Care & Service9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
Total (Category)105 (51.7%)98 (48.3%)
Total (Overall)388 (48.9%)406 (51.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Akron are Office & Administration (80 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (58 | 7.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Akron

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Akron
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related52 (89.7%)6 (10.3%)
Office & Administration4 (5.0%)76 (95.0%)
Total (Category)56 (40.6%)82 (59.4%)
Total (Overall)388 (48.9%)406 (51.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Akron are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (54 | 6.8%), Construction & Extraction (47 | 5.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (15 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Akron

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Akron
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry12 (80.0%)3 (20.0%)
Construction & Extraction42 (89.4%)5 (10.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)108 (93.1%)8 (6.9%)
Total (Overall)388 (48.9%)406 (51.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Akron are Production (27 | 3.4%), Transportation (18 | 2.3%), and Material Moving (9 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Akron

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Akron
OccupationMaleFemale
Production25 (92.6%)2 (7.4%)
Transportation13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
Material Moving6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
Total (Category)44 (81.5%)10 (18.5%)
Total (Overall)388 (48.9%)406 (51.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Akron

Employment Industries in Akron

The major employment industries in Akron include Public Administration (163 | 20.5%), Educational Services (99 | 12.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83 | 10.4%), Construction (74 | 9.3%), and Finance & Insurance (63 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Akron

Employment Industries by Sex in Akron

The Akron industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Manufacturing (89.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (90.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Akron
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting23 (69.7%)10 (30.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction65 (87.8%)9 (12.2%)
Manufacturing33 (89.2%)4 (10.8%)
Wholesale Trade32 (82.1%)7 (17.9%)
Retail Trade36 (59.0%)25 (41.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)
Utilities19 (79.2%)5 (20.8%)
Information3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (9.5%)57 (90.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Educational Services26 (26.3%)73 (73.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance9 (10.8%)74 (89.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)
Public Administration92 (56.4%)71 (43.6%)
Total388 (48.9%)406 (51.1%)

Education in Akron

School Enrollment in Akron

The most common levels of schooling among the 258 students in Akron are high school (73 | 28.3%), elementary school (65 | 25.2%), and middle school (58 | 22.5%).
School Enrollment in Akron
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool51.9%
Kindergarten2610.1%
Elementary School6525.2%
Middle School5822.5%
High School7328.3%
College / Undergraduate259.7%
Graduate / Professional62.3%
Total258100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Akron

Out of a total of 258 students who are enrolled in schools in Akron, 12 (4.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 246 (95.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (26.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 67 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Akron
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (80.0%)1 (20.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old73 (96.1%)3 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over22 (73.3%)8 (26.7%)
Total246 (95.3%)12 (4.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Akron

Education (89 | 27.8%), business (62 | 19.4%), social sciences (46 | 14.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (42 | 13.1%), and engineering (27 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 320 individuals in Akron who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Akron
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics10.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4213.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology175.3%
Social Sciences4614.4%
Engineering278.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology92.8%
Business6219.4%
Education8927.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History175.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities103.1%
Total320100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Akron

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Akron

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Akron are males with 2 vehicles (152, accounting for 39.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (148, making up 38.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Akron
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (1.8%)13 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle69 (17.8%)73 (18.2%)
2 Vehicles152 (39.2%)148 (37.0%)
3 Vehicles84 (21.6%)94 (23.5%)
4 Vehicles39 (10.1%)38 (9.5%)
5 or more Vehicles37 (9.5%)34 (8.5%)
Total388 (100.0%)400 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Akron

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Akron are 5 to 9 minutes (292 commuters, 38.5%), less than 5 minutes (172 commuters, 22.7%), and 40 to 44 minutes (56 commuters, 7.4%).
Commute Time in Akron
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes17222.7%
5 to 9 Minutes29238.5%
10 to 14 Minutes385.0%
15 to 19 Minutes162.1%
20 to 24 Minutes70.9%
25 to 29 Minutes243.2%
30 to 34 Minutes324.2%
35 to 39 Minutes273.6%
40 to 44 Minutes567.4%
45 to 59 Minutes212.8%
60 to 89 Minutes283.7%
90 or more Minutes455.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Akron

The most common commute times in Akron are 5 to 9 minutes (122 commuters, 32.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (170 commuters, 44.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Akron
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes69 (18.5%)103 (26.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes122 (32.8%)170 (44.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes23 (6.2%)15 (3.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes2 (0.5%)14 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes4 (1.1%)3 (0.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes21 (5.7%)3 (0.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes20 (5.4%)12 (3.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (4.8%)9 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes31 (8.3%)25 (6.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (2.7%)11 (2.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (4.3%)12 (3.1%)
90 or more Minutes36 (9.7%)9 (2.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Akron

The most frequent times of departure to work in Akron are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (61, 16.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (141, 36.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Akron
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM29 (7.8%)46 (11.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM24 (6.5%)11 (2.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM45 (12.1%)8 (2.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM44 (11.8%)15 (3.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM61 (16.4%)46 (11.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM58 (15.6%)51 (13.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM26 (7.0%)141 (36.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM16 (4.3%)26 (6.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM9 (2.4%)10 (2.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (2.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM12 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM32 (8.6%)11 (2.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM16 (4.3%)13 (3.4%)
Total372 (100.0%)386 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Akron

Occupancy by Ownership in Akron

Of the total 762 dwellings in Akron, owner-occupied units account for 543 (71.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 219 (28.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Akron
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units54371.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units21928.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units762100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Akron

Occupancy by Household Size in Akron
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household29538.7%
2-Person Household28737.7%
3-Person Household8611.3%
4+ Person Household9412.3%
Total Housing Units762100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Akron

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Akron
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household200 (67.8%)95 (32.2%)
2-Person Household206 (71.8%)81 (28.2%)
3-Person Household55 (63.9%)31 (36.0%)
4+ Person Household82 (87.2%)12 (12.8%)
Total Housing Units543 (71.3%)219 (28.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Akron

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Akron
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School28 (59.6%)19 (40.4%)
High School Diploma156 (64.7%)85 (35.3%)
College/Associate Degree177 (72.0%)69 (28.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher182 (79.8%)46 (20.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Akron

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Akron
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17523.0%
35 to 44 Years10914.3%
45 to 54 Years10714.0%
55 to 64 Years11915.6%
65 to 74 Years13818.1%
75 to 84 Years476.2%
85 Years and Over678.8%
Total762100.0%

Housing Finances in Akron

Median Income by Occupancy in Akron

Median Income by Occupancy in Akron
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied543 (71.3%)$55,398
Renter-Occupied219 (28.7%)$46,292
Average762 (100.0%)$52,813

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Akron

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Akron
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.5%)9 (4.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (0.9%)15 (6.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (1.5%)17 (7.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99934 (6.3%)12 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99929 (5.3%)11 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99999 (18.2%)25 (11.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99961 (11.2%)39 (17.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999129 (23.8%)50 (22.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (9.6%)35 (16.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (7.4%)6 (2.7%)
$150,000 or more83 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total543 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Akron

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Akron
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30064 (11.8%)6 (2.7%)
$300 to $499105 (19.3%)9 (4.1%)
$500 to $79982 (15.1%)54 (24.7%)
$800 to $99954 (9.9%)32 (14.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499110 (20.3%)86 (39.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999122 (22.5%)3 (1.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4996 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total543 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Akron

Housing Structures in Akron

Housing Structures in Akron
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached68289.5%
Single Unit, Attached10.1%
2 Unit Apartments192.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments70.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments121.6%
10 or more Apartments152.0%
Mobile Home / Other263.4%
Total762100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Akron

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Akron
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached527 (77.3%)155 (22.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other9 (34.6%)17 (65.4%)
Total543 (71.3%)219 (28.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Akron

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Akron
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms29 (5.3%)48 (21.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms147 (27.1%)87 (39.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms175 (32.2%)68 (31.0%)
8 or more Rooms192 (35.4%)16 (7.3%)
Total543 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Akron

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Akron
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas358 (65.9%)136 (62.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas8 (1.5%)3 (1.4%)
Electricity171 (31.5%)80 (36.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total543 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Akron

Household Vehicle Usage in Akron
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle24 (4.4%)17 (7.8%)
1 Vehicle147 (27.1%)117 (53.4%)
2 Vehicles189 (34.8%)72 (32.9%)
3 or more Vehicles183 (33.7%)13 (5.9%)
Total543 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Akron

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Akron

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units237306
Median Property Value$112,500$214,500
Median Household Income$37,566$67
Monthly Housing Costs$433$0
Real Estate Taxes$759$6

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Akron

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Akron
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00047 (19.8%)9 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99963 (26.6%)23 (7.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999106 (44.7%)186 (60.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99921 (8.9%)82 (26.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (2.0%)
Total237 (100.0%)306 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Akron

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Akron
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99941 (17.3%)3 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99959 (24.9%)30 (9.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (20.3%)40 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (19.8%)13 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (3.8%)82 (26.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99912 (5.1%)43 (14.1%)
$150,000 or more16 (6.8%)28 (9.1%)
Total237 (100.0%)306 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Akron

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Akron
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x90 (38.0%)66,250 (21,650.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x40 (16.9%)107 (35.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x30 (12.7%)80 (26.1%)
4.0x or more77 (32.5%)23 (7.5%)
Total237 (100.0%)306 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Akron

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Akron
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800122 (51.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49960 (25.3%)88 (28.8%)
$800 to $1,49943 (18.1%)146 (47.7%)
Total237 (100.0%)306 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Akron

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Akron

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Akron
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years64 (91.4%)6 (8.6%)
6 to 18 Years195 (91.5%)18 (8.5%)
19 to 25 Years154 (98.1%)3 (1.9%)
26 to 34 Years125 (95.4%)6 (4.6%)
35 to 44 Years192 (92.7%)15 (7.2%)
45 to 54 Years157 (98.1%)3 (1.9%)
55 to 64 Years172 (96.1%)7 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years188 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,404 (96.0%)58 (4.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Akron

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Akron
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born64 (91.4%)6 (8.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen195 (91.5%)18 (8.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen154 (98.1%)3 (1.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Akron

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Akron
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000188 (95.4%)9 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999327 (96.5%)12 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999357 (97.8%)8 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999195 (98.0%)4 (2.0%)
$100,000 and over337 (93.1%)25 (6.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Akron

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Akron
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 637 (52.9%)33 (47.1%)
6 to 18 Years93 (43.7%)108 (50.7%)
19 to 25 Years46 (29.3%)145 (92.4%)
25 to 34 Years32 (24.4%)100 (76.3%)
35 to 44 Years48 (23.2%)154 (74.4%)
45 to 54 Years34 (21.2%)130 (81.2%)
55 to 64 Years47 (26.3%)129 (72.1%)
65 to 74 Years181 (96.3%)92 (48.9%)
75 Years and over152 (96.8%)96 (61.2%)
Total670 (45.8%)987 (67.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Akron

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Akron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (16.7%)13 (12.8%)
18 to 34 Years6 (4.4%)2 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years42 (15.0%)29 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years28 (31.5%)18 (18.2%)
75 Years and over30 (47.6%)48 (51.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Akron

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Akron: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.7%)5 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years16 (18.0%)3 (3.0%)
75 Years and over21 (33.3%)38 (40.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Akron: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Akron: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (16.7%)11 (10.8%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.7%)2 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years8 (2.9%)10 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Akron: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (9.6%)17 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years12 (13.5%)15 (15.1%)
75 Years and over15 (23.8%)34 (36.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Akron: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.8%)8 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (5.6%)3 (3.0%)
75 Years and over9 (14.3%)3 (3.2%)

Technology Access in Akron

Computing Device Access in Akron

Computing Device Access in Akron
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop55973.4%
Smartphone61781.0%
Tablet43256.7%
No Computing Device8511.2%
Total762100.0%

Internet Access in Akron

Internet Access in Akron
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet40.5%
Broadband Home27436.0%
Cellular Data Only23831.2%
Satellite Internet14218.6%
No Internet13517.7%
Total762100.0%

Akron Summary

Akron is a small town located in Washington County, Colorado, United States. It is situated in the northeast corner of the state, approximately 25 miles east of Denver. The town was founded in 1887 and incorporated in 1904. As of the 2010 census, the population of Akron was 1,890.

History

The town of Akron was founded in 1887 by a group of settlers from Akron, Ohio. The settlers were attracted to the area by the abundance of water and the fertile soil. The town was named after the Ohio city, and the first post office was established in 1888.
In the early years, the town was primarily an agricultural community, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and hay. The town also had a number of businesses, including a hotel, a bank, a newspaper, and a general store.
In the early 1900s, the town began to grow and prosper. The railroad arrived in 1906, and the town was incorporated in 1904. The town continued to grow and by the 1920s, it had a population of over 1,000.

Geography

Akron is located in the northeast corner of Colorado, approximately 25 miles east of Denver. The town is situated in the High Plains region of the state, at an elevation of 4,719 feet. The town is located in Washington County, and is bordered by the towns of Otis, Yuma, and Wray.
The town is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is approximately 16 inches, with most of the precipitation occurring in the spring and summer months.

Economy

The economy of Akron is primarily based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to a number of farms, which produce wheat, corn, hay, and other crops. The town also has a number of businesses, including a hotel, a bank, a newspaper, and a general store.
Tourism is also an important part of the economy. The town is home to a number of attractions, including the Akron Historical Museum, the Akron Art Gallery, and the Akron Zoo. The town also hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Akron Days Festival and the Akron County Fair.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Akron was 1,890. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Akron?
Total Population of Akron is 1,675.
What is the Total Male Population of Akron?
Total Male Population of Akron is 850.
What is the Total Female Population of Akron?
Total Female Population of Akron is 825.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Akron?
There are 103.03 Males per 100 Females in Akron.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Akron?
There are 97.06 Females per 100 Males in Akron.
What is the Median Population Age in Akron?
Median Population Age in Akron is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Akron
Average Family Size in Akron is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Akron
Average Household Size in Akron is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Akron?
Per Capita income in Akron is $34,359.
What is the Median Family Income in Akron?
Median Family Income in Akron is $59,141.
What is the Median Household income in Akron?
Median Household Income in Akron is $52,813.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Akron?
Income or Wage Gap in Akron is 30.4%.
Women in Akron earn 69.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Akron?
Family Income Deficit in Akron is $6,822.
Families that are below poverty line in Akron earn $6,822 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Akron?
Inequality or Gini Index in Akron is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Akron?
There are 812 People in the Labor Forcein in Akron.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Akron?
56.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Akron.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Akron?
Unemployment Rate in Akron is 2.1%.