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History, community, and opportunity in Northeast Ohio.

Independence exudes a friendly, suburban feel with well-maintained homes and green spaces. The community is active and engaged, with a strong emphasis on family values and local pride. It's a place where neighbors know each other and community events are well-attended.

Downtown Independence
COMMUNITY GUIDE · INDEPENDENCE
Independence, Cuyahoga County

City Snapshot

Population

7,584

County

Cuyahoga County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$109,691

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Marymount Hospital

South Pointe Hospital

This Week

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Akron RubberDucks vs. Altoona Curve

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HR Conference Room

Turntable Tuesdays at The Winchester

2026-06-16 at 9:00 PM

Lake Erie Crushers vs. Evansville Otters

2026-06-16 at 10:30 PM

Community Leaders

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Gregory P. Kurtz

Mayor of Independence

B
Bernie Moreno

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

J
Jon Husted

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

Mike DeWine
Mike DeWine

Governor

Republican Party