Brecksville, Ohio facts for kids
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Brecksville, Ohio
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Jonas Coonrad House in Brecksville
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Location in Cuyahoga County and the state of Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Cuyahoga |
| Area | |
| • Total | 19.56 sq mi (50.66 km2) |
| • Land | 19.45 sq mi (50.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 13,635 |
| • Estimate
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13,850 |
| • Density | 701.10/sq mi (270.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
44141
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| Area code(s) | 440 |
| FIPS code | 39-08364 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1064483 |
Brecksville is a city located in southern Cuyahoga County, Ohio, in the United States. It's a suburb of Cleveland, meaning it's a smaller town near a big city. In 2020, about 13,635 people lived there. Brecksville is part of the larger Cleveland-Akron-Canton area, which is a group of cities and towns that are connected.
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History of Brecksville
Brecksville was started in 1811. This was four years after some men, including Colonel John Breck, bought the land. Seth Payne, a surveyor, moved his family here in June 1811. Many other families soon followed him.
Colonel Breck never lived in Brecksville himself. However, his three sons did. His family members lived in the city until 1934. That's when his great-grandson, Dr. Theodore Breck, passed away. Brecksville became a village in 1921. It officially became a city in 1960.
Geography of Brecksville
Brecksville is known for its beautiful wooded areas. It has bluffs (steep cliffs) and ravines (deep, narrow valleys). These features are due to where the land is located. It's where the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau meets the Great Lakes Basin.
The Cuyahoga River runs along Brecksville's eastern side. To the east, it borders Sagamore Hills and Boston Township. To the south, it borders Richfield Township. All these townships are in Summit County. To the west, Brecksville borders Broadview Heights. To the north, it borders Independence.
People of Brecksville (Demographics)
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 116 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,308 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,900 | 45.3% | |
| 1950 | 2,665 | 40.3% | |
| 1960 | 5,435 | 103.9% | |
| 1970 | 9,137 | 68.1% | |
| 1980 | 10,132 | 10.9% | |
| 1990 | 11,818 | 16.6% | |
| 2000 | 13,382 | 13.2% | |
| 2010 | 13,656 | 2.0% | |
| 2020 | 13,635 | −0.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 13,850 | 1.4% | |
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In 2023, the average household income in Brecksville was about $122,546. The average income per person for a family of three was about $186,093. Many adults in Brecksville have a good education. About 61% of people over 25 have a college degree or higher.
Most residents are White, making up about 90.52% of the population. Other groups include Asian (5.05%), people of two or more races (3.12%), and African American (1.26%).
2020 Census Details
In 2020, Brecksville had 13,635 people. There were 5,539 households, which are groups of people living together. About 26.74% of these households had children under 18. Most households (64.15%) were married couples. The average age in the city was 49.3 years. About 21.1% of residents were under 18. Also, 22.4% were 65 or older.
Economy and Businesses
Brecksville is home to many important companies. Some of these include Lubrizol Corporation and Duck Creek Energy. Other companies like MedData, Inc. and True North Energy, LLC also have operations here. The Cleveland Clinic Data Center is also located in Brecksville.
In 2018, Brecksville received land from the Federal Government. This land used to be a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital. It's a large area, about 200 acres. This site is being developed into a new area called Valor Acres. It will have offices, apartments, and a hotel. There will also be shops and entertainment spots.
Arts and Culture in Brecksville
Brecksville has a connection to the movies! The 2023 film A Man Called Otto, starring Tom Hanks, was partly filmed here. They used the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad's Brecksville Station.
A long time ago, in 1924, a Soviet filmmaker named Lev Kuleshov mentioned Brecksville. He said it was the hometown of a character in his comedy movie.
Brecksville also has a lively theater scene. The Brecksville Theatre started in 2017. It was formed by two older theater groups joining together. These groups were the Brecksville Little Theatre (BLT) and Brecksville Theater on the Square (BTOTS). The Brecksville Center for the Arts is another place for different types of art.
Parks and Recreation
Many parts of Brecksville are close to nature. They are next to the Brecksville Reservation. This is part of the Cleveland Metroparks system. It's also near the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. This national park is one of the most visited in the country. The Brecksville Reservation itself covers over 3,000 acres.
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course is in Brecksville. The Cleveland Metroparks owns and runs this golf course. Besides these parks, Brecksville also has a Human Resources and Community Center for its residents.
Education in Brecksville
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Public Library
Brecksville has a branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library. It opened in 1950. You can find it near the Brecksville Community Center.
Safety Town Program
The Brecksville Police Department started the Safety Town Program in 1972. This program teaches safety to young children. It's for kids who are about to start kindergarten. Children learn about many safety topics. These include traffic rules, fire safety, and water safety. They even get to drive pedal cars in a miniature town!
Public Schools
Brecksville is part of the Brecksville–Broadview Heights City School District. This district also includes Broadview Heights. The elementary school (Pre-K to 5th grade) is in Brecksville. The middle school (grades 6–8) and Brecksville–Broadview Heights High School (grades 9–12) are on a campus that crosses the border between Brecksville and Broadview Heights.
This school district serves about 4,000 students. It is highly rated for its academic excellence. The high school has also won many state championships in sports, especially gymnastics.
Private Schools
Brecksville has private schools too. Julie Billiart Schools, Brecksville, helps students from kindergarten to 8th grade. It supports students with learning differences like autism or dyslexia. South Suburban Montessori School offers a Montessori education. It serves children from 18 months up to 14 years old.
Colleges in Brecksville
Stautzenberger College has a campus in Brecksville. It offers associate degrees and certifications. You can study things like Veterinary Technology or Paralegal Studies. Cuyahoga Community College also has a nursing program here.
Transportation in Brecksville
Highways
Major roads in Brecksville include State Route 21 and State Route 82. Important highways like Interstate 77 and Interstate 80 (the Ohio Turnpike) pass through the city. I-77 connects Brecksville to Cleveland and Akron.
Public Transportation
The city has bus services. The 77 bus route from the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority connects Brecksville to downtown Cleveland. The 101 bus route from Akron's METRO Regional Transit Authority goes to downtown Akron. You can transfer between these two bus lines in Brecksville.
Healthcare Services
Brecksville has several healthcare facilities. Cleveland's MetroHealth System has an emergency room and medical center here. Akron Children's Hospital also has a branch in Brecksville. A Cleveland Clinic Express - Urgent Care and Outpatient Center is available too. The Brecksville Surgery Center specializes in eye surgery.
Notable People from Brecksville
Many interesting people have connections to Brecksville.
Authors and Writers
- Eunice Gibbs Allyn – a writer and artist from the late 1800s.
- Florence Morse Kingsley – wrote popular and religious stories.
- Constance Laux – a novelist who writes mystery and romance.
- John O'Brien – an American author.
- Kathryn Reiss – writes award-winning books for children and young adults. She went to Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
Entertainment and Media
- Ryan Dunn – a stunt performer and TV personality. He is buried in Brecksville.
- Gus Heege – a playwright and actor from the 1800s.
- Ann Liguori – a sports radio and TV broadcaster. She graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
- George Veras – an Emmy Award-winning TV producer.
Sports Figures
- John Adams – a famous fan of the Cleveland Guardians baseball team.
- Tom Brown – a former National Football League player.
- Matt Cross – a professional wrestler.
- Carol Dewey – a college volleyball coach.
- Steve Gillespie – a professional soccer player. He graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
- John Johnson (safety) – an NFL football player.
- Eric Musselman – an NBA and college basketball coach. He graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
- Mike Rose – a professional football player. He also graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
- Scott Roth – a basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
- Mark Schulte – a soccer player in Major League Soccer.
- Charlie Sifford – a golfer.
- Ed Sustersic – a former NFL football player.
- Tom Tupa – a Super Bowl winning football player. He lives in Brecksville and graduated from Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.
- Christen Westphal – a soccer player in the National Women's Soccer League.
