What are the schools like in Canfield, OH?

Canfield is served primarily by Canfield Local. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

What is the median household income in Canfield?

The median household income in Canfield, OH is $100,219 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Canfield, OH?

Canfield has an average high temperature of 34.7°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.9 inches.

Canfield, OH Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Canfield, OH affordable or expensive?

Canfield's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Canfield is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $203,800 and the median rent is $759 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Canfield, OH?

Canfield has a violent crime rate of 52.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 342.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Canfield, OH a Good Place to Live?

Canfield is a small town of 7,662 in Ohio, with a median household income of $100,219 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Canfield stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Canfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Canfield city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 86.0

Canfield's overall cost of living index is 86.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Canfield costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Canfield, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$203,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$759	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$100,219	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Canfield's violent crime rate is 52.7 per 100,000 residents — 86% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

52.7 /100k

Property Crime

342.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Canfield is served primarily by Canfield Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Canfield, OH	National Avg
School District	Canfield Local	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	45.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Canfield sees average highs of 34.7°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 42.0 inches of annual precipitation and 27.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Canfield, OH
Average High — January	34.7°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	42.0"
Annual Snowfall	27.9"

Demographics

Metric	Canfield, OH	National Avg
Population	7,662	—
Median Age	48.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.8%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	14.8%	22.2%
65 and over	26.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Austintown, OH 5 mi Woodworth, OH 7 mi Mineral Ridge, OH 8 mi North Lima, OH 8 mi Youngstown, OH 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Canfield

Canfield, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

44406

Canfield vs Other Cities

Canfield, OH vs Austintown, OH Canfield, OH vs Woodworth, OH Canfield, OH vs Mineral Ridge, OH Canfield, OH vs North Lima, OH Canfield, OH vs Youngstown, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canfield, OH affordable or expensive?

Canfield's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Canfield roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $203,800 and median rent is $759/month.

What is the crime rate in Canfield, OH?

Canfield's violent crime rate is 52.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 342.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Canfield?

Public schools in Canfield are operated by Canfield Local. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1. 45.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Canfield, OH a good place to live?

Canfield, OH has a population of 7,662, a median household income of $100,219, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Canfield?

Canfield averages 34.7°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.0 inches with about 27.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Canfield?

Canfield, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 44406.

What is the population of Canfield?

The population of Canfield, Ohio is 7,662 with a median age of 48.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Canfield?

Key numbers for living in Canfield: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $203,800, median household income $100,219, crime index 15 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Canfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.