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Canton, OH
Canton · Stark County · OH 44702
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
N/A
Median Price
25/100
Walk Score
6.6/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
66/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
25/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Canton has very low income and almost no homeowners, so buying a house is hard. Rent is cheap and the area is bikeable, but walkability, transit, and local job opportunities are weak. It may work if you’re a remote worker looking for a cheap spot, but families or commuters to Cleveland will struggle.
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The Good
- ✓Very cheap housing market (20k-100k range)
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Good bike infrastructure
- ✓Quiet, small community
- ✓Decent public school ratings (6.6)
Real Talk
- !Almost all rental properties—hard to find a home to buy
- !Median household income is only $13,137, indicating limited local job opportunities
- !High unemployment rate (~28%)
- !Walk score is only 25, making the area car-dependent
- $Higher property taxes may offset low purchase price
- $Maintenance costs for older homes
- $Possible lack of nearby grocery and healthcare facilities
Best For
Low-income buyersRemote workersRetireesBudget-conscious rentersBike enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Canton, OH
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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