University Heights

City in Cuyahoga County, Ohio

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University Heights is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, with 13,914 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,027 ft (313 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Shaker Heights, 1.5 miles SW.

About University Heights

University Heights is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. The population was 13,914 as of the 2020 census. Located 8 miles (13 km) from downtown Cleveland, it is a suburb of the Cleveland metropolitan area.

University Heights is closely tied to neighboring Cleveland Heights, with the two sharing a school system, library system, post office and ZIP Code, some city services, and local media outlets. With about half the population under the age of 30, University Heights is home to one of the youngest communities in the region, including both students and families. It borders Beachwood to the east, Cleveland Heights to the west, South Euclid to the north and Shaker Heights to the south.

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Living in University Heights

Median household income
$96,971
Median home value
$242,700
Median rent
$1,507/mo
Median age
30.5
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University Heights, OH population

University Heights had 13,914 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census13,914
Density7,619 per sq mi (2,942 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

University Heights at a glance

StateOhio (OH)
CountyCuyahoga County
TypeCity
Population13,914 (2020)
Land area1.83 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates41.4948° N, 81.5349° W
ZIP code44118
Official websiteuniversityheights.com
Census code (GEOID)3978932

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about University Heights

What county is University Heights in?

University Heights is in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

What is the population of University Heights, OH?

13,914 people lived in University Heights at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of University Heights, OH?

The ZIP code of University Heights is 44118.

What is the elevation of University Heights?

1,027 feet (313 m) above sea level.

What towns are near University Heights?

Shaker Heights (1.5 mi), Cleveland Heights (1.8 mi), Beachwood (2.1 mi), South Euclid (2.1 mi), Lyndhurst (2.6 mi).

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