Cleveland

by The Linguist

Cleveland, Ohio

Cleveland is a major city located in northeast Ohio along the southern shore of Lake Erie. With a 2020 population of 372,624, it is the second largest city in Ohio after Columbus and the 53rd largest city in the United States. Cleveland serves as the county seat of Cuyahoga County and is part of the Cleveland-Elyria metro area, which has approximately 2 million residents.

History

Cleveland was founded in 1796 by surveyors from the Connecticut Land Company who were tasked with creating Western Reserve townships. The city was named after General Moses Cleaveland, an investor in the Connecticut Land Company. It grew quickly as a manufacturing hub due to its location along major transportation routes near Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River.

By 1920, Cleveland had grown into the nation’s 5th largest city with a booming economy centered around iron, steel, oil, automotive, and other industries. The city saw continued prosperity and growth over the next few decades. However, starting in the 1960s, Cleveland began experiencing population declines, urban decay, and economic stagnation. Despite these challenges, the city has continued reinventing itself in recent decades by diversifying its economy, revitalizing neighborhoods, and investing in the downtown area.

To learn more about the history of Cleveland, visit the Cleveland page on Wikipedia.

Population and Demographics

According to 2020 census data, Cleveland has a population of 372,624 residents, making it the 53rd largest city in the United States. The racial makeup of the city is 39.3% white, 49.8% African American, 3.8% Asian American, and 9.3% Hispanic/Latino. The median age is 34.2 years old.

Cleveland is part of Cuyahoga County, which has an estimated 2020 population of 1.26 million residents. Over the past several decades, the city of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County have experienced population decline as residents moved to outer suburbs. However, in recent years, the city has seen increased growth and investment in urban neighborhoods.

Economy and Major Employers

Some of Cleveland’s major industries include healthcare, biomedical research, finances, insurance, polymer engineering, and higher education. The largest employers in the city are:

  • Cleveland Clinic – Address: 9500 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44195, Phone: (216) 444-2200, Website
  • University Hospitals Health System – Address: 11100 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106, Phone: (216) 844-1000, Website
  • MetroHealth System – Address: 2500 MetroHealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 44109, Phone: (216) 778-7800, Website
  • Progressive Corporation – Address: 6300 Wilson Mills Rd, Mayfield Village, OH 44143, Phone: (440) 461-5000, Website
  • KeyBank – Address: 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114, Phone: (888) 539-3040, Website
  • Cleveland State University – Address: 2121 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115, Phone: (216) 687-2000, Website

To learn more about Cleveland’s economy and business environment, check out the website for the Greater Cleveland Partnership, the regional chamber of commerce: https://www.gcpartnership.com/

Transportation

Cleveland is served by Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (IATA: CLE, ICAO: KCLE), one of the largest airports in the Midwest. The airport offers nonstop flights to over 120 destinations worldwide. For public transit, the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority operates bus, light rail, and paratransit services throughout Cuyahoga County.

Some of the major interstate highways running through Cleveland include I-71, I-77, I-80, I-90, and I-271. Amtrak also serves Cleveland with its Capitol Limited and Lake Shore Limited trains stopping at Cleveland Lakefront Station.

Education

Cleveland is home to several universities, colleges, and other institutions of higher education, including:

  • Case Western Reserve University – Website
  • Cleveland State University – Website
  • Cuyahoga Community College – Website

The city’s public school district is the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. There are also many private K-12 schools located within the city. To learn more, visit the Cleveland Metropolitan School District website.

Culture, Arts, and Sports

Cleveland is home to several renowned cultural institutions and performing arts venues, including:

  • The Cleveland Museum of Art – Website
  • The Cleveland Orchestra – Website
  • Playhouse Square Center – Website
  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Website

For sports fans, Cleveland is home to several professional teams:

  • Cleveland Browns (NFL) – Website
  • Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA) – Website
  • Cleveland Guardians (MLB) – Website

Places and Landmarks

Some of Cleveland’s top attractions and landmarks include:

  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – 1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Cleveland Museum of Art – 11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106
  • West Side Market – 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo – 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109
  • Playhouse Square – 1501 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • FirstEnergy Stadium – 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, OH 44114

Here are the GPS coordinates for 3 well-known Cleveland landmarks:

  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: 41.50611, -81.69361
  • Cleveland Museum of Art: 41.50695, -81.60756
  • West Side Market: 41.48324, -81.70601

Interactive Map

Above is an interactive map of Cleveland generated through Google Maps.

County and Local Government

Cleveland is located within Cuyahoga County in the state of Ohio. The Cuyahoga County government website can be found here: https://cuyahogacounty.us/

The address for the Cuyahoga County headquarters is:

  • 2079 East 9th Street
  • Cleveland, OH 44115

The main phone number for the county government is (216) 443-7000.

Additional Local Resources

Here are some additional websites and resources for local businesses, events, news, and more in Cleveland: