Brunswick, Ohio: Population Trends

Brunswick, Ohio, has a population of around 35,000 people, according to various sources and estimates. It is the largest city in Medina County, Ohio, and is located around 20 miles southwest of Cleveland. The population of Brunswick has been declining in recent years, with a decrease of 0.32% annually, and a total decrease of 1.28% since the 2020 census, which recorded a population of 35,423. The city has a total area of 12.96 square miles and a population density of around 2,650 people per square mile.

Population density

Brunswick, Ohio has a population density of 2,652.1 people per square mile. This figure is based on the city's land area, which is 12.9 square miles, and its population, which was 35,445 in 2020.

The population density of Brunswick has changed over time. In 2010, the population density was 2,662.3 inhabitants per square mile, while in 2000, it was 2,651.3 inhabitants per square mile.

The population of Brunswick is currently in decline, with a yearly decrease of 0.32%. This is a recent change, as the population increased by 5.3% between 2000 and 2020.

The racial makeup of Brunswick is predominantly White (90.9%), followed by Hispanic (3.5%) and Two or More Races (3.1%).

Racial demographics

Brunswick, Ohio is the 41st most populated city in the state, with 35,304 residents according to a 2022 estimate. Other estimates put the figure at 34,969 for 2024, while the 2020 census recorded a population of 35,423.

The racial demographics of Brunswick are as follows:

• White: 90.9% or 93.4%
• Hispanic: 3.5% or 3.9%
• Two or more races: 3.1% or 4.95%
• Black or African American: 2%
• Native American: 0.06%
• Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
• Asian: 1.1% or 1.2%

The percentage of the population that is white in Brunswick ranges from 90.9% to 93.4% depending on the source. This is a notable difference and may be due to different data collection methods or time periods. The higher figure could include Hispanic people who identify as white, as Hispanics may be of any race.

The largest racial/ethnic group in Brunswick is White, followed by Hispanic and Two or more races. The city has a small percentage of Black or African American, Native American, and Asian residents, with an even smaller proportion of Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander residents.

In terms of language, 95.94% of Brunswick residents speak only English, while 4.06% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is another Indo-European language, which is spoken by 2.19% of the population.

Education levels

Brunswick, Ohio has a population of around 35,000 people. The city's public education system is administered by the Brunswick City School District, which operates seven elementary schools, one middle school, and Brunswick High School. The district has around 6,400 students in grades PK, K-12, with a student-teacher ratio of 19:1.

The student body at Brunswick City School District is predominantly white (88.5%), with minority enrollment at 10%. Around 50% of students are female, and 50% are male. The racial makeup of the student body is as follows: 1.7% Black, 1.6% Asian or Asian/Pacific Islander, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 3.7% of students are of two or more races.

According to state test scores, 62% of students are proficient in math, and 71% in reading. For high school students, the proficiency rates are slightly lower, with 42% proficient in math and 78% in reading. The AP® participation rate at Brunswick High School is 41%, and 28% of students passed at least one AP® exam. The school is ranked #3,716 in the National Rankings and #134 in Ohio High Schools.

In terms of higher education, Brunswick is home to the Brunswick University Center, an extension of Cuyahoga Community College's Western Campus in Parma. The city also has a public library, a branch of the Medina County District Library.

Employment statistics

Brunswick, Ohio, has an estimated population of 35,304 people, making it the 41st most populous city in the state. The city's population has been declining at a rate of 0.32% annually and currently stands at 34,969, according to projections.

The median household income in Brunswick varies across sources, with figures ranging from $74,353 to $94,908. The poverty rate is between 3.3% and 5.94%. The median age is around 40 years, with a median age of 40.5 years reported in two sources.

The economy of Brunswick employs around 19,200 people across various industries. The three largest employment sectors in the city are:

• Health Care & Social Assistance (2,870 people)
• Manufacturing (2,493 people)
• Retail Trade (2,485 people)

The highest-paying industries in Brunswick are:

• Utilities ($106,146)
• Public Administration ($65,792)
• Transportation, Warehousing, & Utilities ($61,806)

The most common job groups in Brunswick, by the number of people in each occupation, are:

• Office & Administrative Support Occupations (2,318 people)
• Management Occupations (1,982 people)
• Sales & Related Occupations (1,968 people)

The city of Brunswick occasionally advertises job openings on its website. For example, in May 2024, the city was seeking candidates for the following positions:

• Part-Time Cashier/Receptionist at the Brunswick Community Recreation & Fitness Center, with a starting rate of $11.00 per hour
• Building Department Part-Time Administrative Assistant, with a starting rate of $16.00 per hour for up to 28 hours per week
• Aerobics instructors, Water Safety Instructors, and Lifeguards at the Recreation Center

Housing statistics

Brunswick, Ohio, has a population of 35,304 people, with a median age of 39.9 and a median household income of $74,353. The median property value in Brunswick was $186,200 in 2021, with a homeownership rate of 75.9%. The average commute time for Brunswick residents is 27.5 minutes, with the majority of people driving alone to work.

• The median value of owner-occupied housing units in Brunswick, OH, is $217,200, which is about 10% higher than in the Cleveland-Elyria, OH, metropolitan area.
• The average household size in Brunswick is 2.4 people per household, slightly higher than the national average of 2.3.
• The homeownership rate in Brunswick is 75.9%, which is approximately the same as the national average of 64.6%.
• The median gross rent in Brunswick was $1,078 in 2022.
• In 2022, the estimated median household income in Brunswick was $79,806, a notable increase from $56,288 in 2000.
• The estimated median house or condo value in Brunswick in 2022 was $236,511, a significant increase from $135,300 in 2000.
• The mean price of all housing units in 2022 was $273,391, with detached houses costing $256,956, and townhouses or other attached units costing $262,792.
• The median real estate property taxes paid for housing units with mortgages in 2022 were $2,917 (1.2%), while for housing units without a mortgage, they were $2,646 (1.2%).
• In 2021, 7.4% of Brunswick residents moved since the previous year, which is lower than the rate in the Cleveland-Elyria, OH, metropolitan area (12.2%) and Ohio (13%).
• In 2021, 94.7% of Brunswick residents had graduated high school or higher, slightly higher than the rates in the Cleveland-Elyria, OH, metropolitan area (91.6%) and Ohio (91.4%).
• The bachelor's degree attainment rate in Brunswick was 28.9% in 2021, slightly lower than the rates in the Cleveland-Elyria, OH, metropolitan area (33.7%) and Ohio (30.4%).

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