Rocky River city, Ohio
Rocky River city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rocky River city is a geographic entity located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,397. The land area covers 4.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 21,397 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,738 | ±387 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 10,438 | ±396 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,738 | ±387 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 700 | ±288 |
| Median Home Value | $349,300 | ±$14,419 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,175 | ±$104 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,026 | ±$6,995 |
| Per Capita Income | $68,274 | ±$6,498 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,141 | ±474 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,958 | ±605 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.6% | ±2.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 21,468 (2024)
ID: 209046
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
21012 HILLIARD BLVD, ROCKY RIVER OH 44116-3399
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GUS Population: 1,240,594 (2024)
ID: 172248
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
1219 ONTARIO ST, RM 304, CLEVELAND OH 44113-1603
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Rocky River | KG-02 | Rocky River, OH | |
| Regular School Rocky River | 03-05 | Rocky River, OH | |
| Regular School Rocky River | PK | Rocky River, OH | |
| Regular School Rocky River | 09-12 | Rocky River, OH | |
| Regular School Rocky River | 06-08 | Rocky River, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Maple Heights, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-09 | Cleveland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Strongsville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Cleveland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cleveland, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Meryma'at Barber College
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College | 4.1 mi away | 12825-27 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44111 |
2162021144
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ROCKY RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 1600 HAMPTON RD., ROCKY RIVER, OH, 44116 |
(440) 333-7610
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Bryant & Stratton College-Parma
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College | 6.0 mi away | 12955 Snow Rd, Parma, OH, 44130-3151 |
2162653151
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FAIRVIEW PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 21255 LORAIN RD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH, 44126 |
(440) 333-4700
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Valley College-Cleveland
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College | 6.6 mi away | 8700 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH, 44129-6810 |
2164538201
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LAKEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 15425 DETROIT AVENUE, LAKEWOOD, OH, 44107 |
(216) 226-8275
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Baldwin Wallace University
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College | 6.9 mi away | 275 Eastland Rd, Berea, OH, 44017-2088 |
4408262900
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WEST PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 3805 W. 157TH ST., CLEVELAND, OH, 44111 |
(216) 623-7102
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Polaris Career Center
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College Vocational | 7.6 mi away | 7285 Old Oak Blvd, Middleburg Heights, OH, 44130-3375 |
4408917600
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BAY VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 27400 WOLF ROAD, BAY VILLAGE, OH, 44140 |
(440) 871-6392
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CLEVELAND, OH US, located 4.2 miles from Rocky River city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.8° | 22.3° | 29.1° | 2.99" | 18.4" |
| February | 38.5° | 23.7° | 31.1° | 2.49" | 15.1" |
| March | 47.1° | 30.7° | 38.9° | 3.06" | 10.8" |
| April | 60.1° | 40.8° | 50.4° | 3.75" | 2.7" |
| May | 71.1° | 51.4° | 61.2° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 61.1° | 70.4° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 65.3° | 74.5° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.0° | 63.9° | 73.0° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.6° | 57.1° | 66.4° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.7° | 46.5° | 55.1° | 3.60" | 0.1" |
| November | 51.3° | 36.7° | 44.0° | 3.37" | 4.5" |
| December | 40.4° | 28.2° | 34.3° | 2.99" | 12.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky River city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Fairview Park city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Lakewood city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Bay Village city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Westlake city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Linndale village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3903568056. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.