Shaker Heights, OH Area Guide

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Shaker Heights Area Facts

Shaker Heights has a Livability Score of 89_/100, which is considered exceptional
Shaker Heights crime rates are 57% lower than the Ohio average
Cost of living in Shaker Heights is 14% higher than the Ohio average

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Family Friendly

Family friendly

Public transit is accessible

Public transit is accessible

Walkable to grocery stores

Walkable to grocery stores

Yards are well-kept

Yards are well-kept

Lots of parks

Lots of parks

Walkable to restaurants

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Safe at night

Pet-friendly

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

Streets have sidewalks

Quite Area

A quiet area

Sense of community

Sense of community

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Affordable Homes For Family Living 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) What attracted me first to Shaker Heughts was the school system. Nothing but high praise for the work they do in preparing our children for success. There’s always something going on around the community, especially at the library. They’ll host ice cream socials, which I thin ...Read More k are a wonderful family event to take part in.

The community itself is very diverse, and people really show an interest in the experiences of others. One of the most welcoming places I’ve lived so far. You can easily take your dog out for a walk without worrying about safety. The police are always on patrol to better keep the community safe, it’s a great and reassuring feeling.

Another thing is the housing market. Very easy to find a place to move into, though, some work my be needed. What I’ve found most common is the need for electric systems to be updated. In the end, it’s well worth it for a new family or a growing one looking for a diverse and inclusive community. Read Less

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F Amenities

Are there many local amenities in Shaker Heights? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

Parks

Horseshoe Lake Park

Winslow Park

Winslow Park Playground

Shaker Village Park

Byron Road Triangle Park

Thornton Park

Lomond Athletic Fields

Winslow Spires Park

Entertainment

Kulas Auditorium

Nature Center at Shaker Lakes

Schula Stadium

Dobama Theater

Heights Arts

Cedar Lee Theater

University Heights Water Park

Shaker Square Cinemas

Food & Drink

Subway

Subway

Wendy's

Ben & Jerry's

Dave's Cosmic Subs

Bialey's Bagels

Popeyes

Mitchell's Chocolates

A+ Commute

Is public transit available in Shaker Heights? Of all people who commute, 6.7% take public transportation in Shaker Heights.

Drive to Work

76%

1% lower than the US average

Take Public Transit

7%

2% higher than the US average

Walk to Work

1%

2% lower than the US average

B Cost of Living

What is the cost of living in Shaker Heights? The cost of living in Shaker Heights is 104/100 - which is 14% higher than Ohio.

4% more expensive than average

8% less expensive than average

National cost of living index

A+ Crime

What is the crime rate in Shaker Heights? Shaker Heights crime rates are 854, which are 57% lower than Ohio

854 per 100k people

63% lower than the US average

Chance of being a victim

63% lower than the US average

Year-over-year crime

Year over year crime is up

A+ Employment

What is the median income in Shaker Heights? The median income in Shaker Heights is $88,635 which is 75% higher than Ohio.

Median household income

$88,63560% higher than the US average

Income per capita

$60,957104% higher than the US average

Unemployment rate

8% lower than the US average

A+ Health & Safety

Is Shaker Heights a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

Hospitals

UH Rainbow Suburban Pediatrics

University Hospitals Management Services Center

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy

Walgreens

CVS Pharmacy

Walgreens

Rite Aid

Doctors

A+ Housing

What are Shaker Heights home prices? Shaker Heights home prices are $241,900 - which is 83% higher than Ohio

Median home value

$241,90031% higher than the US average

Median rent price

$1,0127% higher than the US average

5% lower than the US average

A+ Schools

Does Shaker Heights have good schools? The Shaker Heights graduation rate is 95% - which is 11% higher than Ohio

High school grad. rates

15% higher than the US average

School test scores

51% higher than the US average

Student teacher ratio

11% lower than the US average

A User Ratings

Is Shaker Heights a good place to live? Shaker Heights has an overall rating of 82% from 13 reviews.

Overall user rating

13 total ratings

User reviews rating

1 total reviews

User surveys rating

12 total surveys