Rocky River, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Rocky River, Ohio is 21,490 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 80th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $93,956, the median home value is $327,600, and the median age is 43.5.
The population has grown 6.4% since 2010 (20,184 → 21,468).
21,490
Population
4543
People / sq mi
$93,956
Median Income
$327,600
Median Home Value
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Rocky River covers 4.7 sq mi of land at 4543 people per square mile.
About Rocky River, OH
The poverty rate is what most separates Rocky River from the typical city: 2.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 21,490 residents, Rocky River is a city in Ohio.
Median household income is $93,956, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 2.1%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $327,600, with typical rent around $1,155.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 64.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. About 18.1% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Rocky River city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Rocky River city had a population of 20,184 in 2010 and 21,468 in 2024, a 6.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,723 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.47%.
21,468
Population (2024)
20,184
Population (2010)
21,723
Peak (2020)
0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,184 |
| 2011 | 20,083 |
| 2012 | 20,013 |
| 2013 | 20,000 |
| 2014 | 20,471 |
| 2015 | 20,405 |
| 2016 | 20,322 |
| 2017 | 20,197 |
| 2018 | 20,100 |
| 2019 | 19,986 |
| 2020 | 21,723 |
| 2021 | 21,548 |
| 2022 | 21,382 |
| 2023 | 21,330 |
| 2024 | 21,468 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$93,956
Median Household Income
$67,307
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$327,600
Median Home Value
$1,155
Median Rent
71.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.4%
High School+
64.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.7%
Drive Alone
72.6%
Public Transit
18.1%
Work From Home
22.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.8%
Foreign Born
88.0%
Non-English at Home
6.2%
Veterans
12.2%
With Disability
98.0%
Health Insurance
93.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.7% |
| Information | 11.7% |
| Manufacturing | 11.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Construction | 3.0% |
| Retail Trade | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rocky River, Ohio has a population of 21,490 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 80th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Rocky River, Ohio is $93,956, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Rocky River, Ohio is $327,600, with median monthly rent at $1,155 and a homeownership rate of 71.2%.
The median age in Rocky River, Ohio is 43.5 years. The population is 46.2% male and 53.8% female.
The population has grown 6.4% since 2010 (20,184 → 21,468).
Rocky River city, OH Climate
Rocky River city, OH has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F) and receives about 922 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.3°C
Avg Temp
922
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 54 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 53 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 72 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 79 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 87 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 93 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 88 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 88 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 87 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 64 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 82 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 75 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Rocky River city, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Rocky River city, OH are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.