The population of East Canton is 1,575 people. It is located in Stark County, Ohio, United States. The official USPS name for the city is EAST CANTON, Ohio. The city has an elevation of 1,130 feet above sea level. The population has decreased by 1.01% since 2010 and by 3.31% since 2000. It is the southernmost city of the industrial corridor in Northeast Ohio.
In 2016, East Canton's per capita income was $28,462, which is middle-class compared to the rest of Ohio and the nation. The city is home to a diverse population, including both poor and wealthy individuals. Despite the city's diversity, its residents have different racial backgrounds. The majority of people are White, followed by Black and Native American. Most residents work in the service sector, but there are also large groups of people in blue-collar jobs and white-collar roles.
As of 2010, East Canton has a slightly lower crime rate than the national average. The area also ranks well in education, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Public school graduation rates, enrollment rates, and teacher to student ratios are all factors considered in the livability ranking. The overall happiness of residents is also considered in the ranking. There are plenty of things to do in East Canton, and the city's schools are ranked well for this reason.
The violent crime rate in East Canton is 3.06 crimes per thousand residents in a standard year. The city's northwest area is the safest part, with a crime rate of 1 in 198 compared to one in 822 crimes in the central part of the city. While the violence rate may seem high in a city where people feel safe, this is not necessarily the case.