Investor-grade market analytics for Akron, Ohio. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$242,459
+4.2% year-over-year
6.6%
gross annual
+4.1%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+4.1% year-over-year
38/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 10% nationally
In-migrants avg $62,531 AGI vs out-migrants $67,443
Opportunity Zone Market
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Akron, OH shows steady growth at 4.2% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.4x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (38/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.57% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Akron, OH's primary climate exposure is flooding (60/100). The composite climate risk score of 38/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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