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Green, Ohio

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Location in Summit County and the state of Ohio

United States

Government

• Type

Mayor–council

Area

• Total

33.53 sq mi (86.84 km²)

• Land

32.03 sq mi (82.96 km²)

• Water

1.50 sq mi (3.88 km²)

Elevation

1,198 ft (365 m)

Population

(2020)

• Total

27,475

• Estimate

(2023)

27,338

• Density

857.74/sq mi (331.17/km²)

Time zone

UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))

• Summer (DST)

UTC-4 (EDT)

ZIP code

44232

Area code(s)

330

FIPS code

39-31860

GNIS feature ID

2394973

Website

https://www.cityofgreen.org/

Green is a city in Summit County, Ohio, United States. It is located in the southeastern part of the county. In 2020, about 27,475 people lived there. Green is a suburban area found between the cities of Akron and Canton. It is part of the larger Akron metropolitan area.

History of Green City
- The Flag of Green
- Understanding Roundabouts
Geography of Green
- How Mail Works in Green
- Neighboring Communities
Population of Green
- Population in 2010
Economy and Jobs in Green
Parks and Recreation
Transportation in Green
Education in Green
Notable People from Green
International Connections
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History of Green City

Green started as a "township" in 1809. A township is a type of local government area. It was first part of Stark County. Later, in 1840, it became part of Summit County.

Green Township had several small, unnamed communities called "hamlets." The most well-known was Greensburg. By 1900, there were five such settlements. These were surrounded by farms and areas where coal could be found.

Over time, Green's economy changed. It moved from mostly farming to more businesses and factories. By the 1950s, farmers began selling their land. This land was then used to build homes.

As more people moved in, the community grew. People started talking about Green becoming a city. In 1991, voters agreed to combine the small village with the rest of the township. This made Green an official "village." In 1992, Green was officially named a "city." John Torok became its first mayor.

Green also had a disagreement about the NEXUS Pipeline. This pipeline was planned to run near homes, important wetlands, and Comet Lake Dam. Construction began in 2018.

The Flag of Green

The flag of Green was designed through a contest for school-aged children. Two students, Matt Pitzo and Justin Callahan, had similar designs. Their ideas were combined to create the final flag.

The city's motto is: "A township from the past, a city of the future." Carrie West created this motto. You can see the flag at several places in Green. These include the Central Administration Building, Boettler Park, and Akron General.

Understanding Roundabouts

In 2009, Green opened the first two-lane roundabout in Summit County. A roundabout is a circular intersection. Cars drive around a central island instead of stopping at traffic lights. This helps traffic flow smoothly.

As of 2024, Green has 11 roundabouts. Six of these are located along State Route 241.

Geography of Green

Green covers a total area of about 33.54 square miles (86.84 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 32.06 square miles (82.96 square kilometers). The rest, about 1.48 square miles (3.88 square kilometers), is water.

How Mail Works in Green

Green does not have its own unique ZIP code for street addresses. The Green post office serves only post office boxes with the ZIP code 44232.

Street addresses in Green get their mail from five different post offices:

Two Akron post offices (ZIP codes 44312, 44319)
One North Canton post office (44720)
The Clinton post office (44216)
The Uniontown post office (44685)

Neighboring Communities

Green is surrounded by several other communities. These are its neighbors:

Coventry Township (to the northwest, in Summit County)
Jackson Township (to the south, in Stark County)
Lake Township (to the east, in Stark County)
New Franklin (to the west, in Summit County)
Springfield Township (to the northeast, in Summit County)

Population of Green

Historical population
Census	Pop.	%±
1990	3,553	—
2000	22,817	542.2%
2010	25,699	12.6%
2020	27,475	6.9%
2023 (est.)	27,338	6.4%
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Population in 2010

In 2010, Green had 25,699 people living there. There were 10,070 households, which are groups of people living together. About 7,217 of these were families. The city had about 801.6 people per square mile.

Most of the people in Green were White (95.0%). Other groups included African American (1.8%), Asian (1.5%), and Native American (0.2%). About 1.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.

About 33.5% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (57.5%) were married couples. About 23.9% of all households were single individuals. The average household had 2.54 people.

The average age in Green was 41.8 years old. About 24.1% of residents were under 18. About 14.5% were 65 or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (48.7%) and females (51.3%).

Economy and Jobs in Green

Green has many businesses that provide jobs for its residents. Here are some of the largest employers in the city, based on a 2022 report:

#	Employer	# of Employees
1	Green Local School District	632
2	Summa Health System	555
3	Fannie May Confection	550
4	Fedex Custom Critical	495
5	Diebold Nixdorf	427
6	Target Corp.	369
7	Tamarkin Company (Giant Eagle)	367
8	DRB Systems LLC	366
9	Minute Men, Inc.	351
10	Akron General Parners Inc. (Cleveland Clinic Akron General)	338

Parks and Recreation

Green is home to several natural and recreational areas.

Singer Lake Bog is a special nature preserve located in the city. It protects a unique type of wetland.

Boettler Park is another popular spot in Green. The land for this park was given to the city by a wealthy business owner. Today, this 26-acre park is a great place for outdoor fun. People can enjoy trails, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and biking.

Transportation in Green

The Akron-Canton Regional Airport is mostly located within the city of Green. A small part of the airport extends into Jackson Township. This airport helps people travel to and from the area.

Education in Green

Students in Green attend schools run by Green Local Schools.

High school students and adults can also attend the Portage Lakes Career Center. This center offers special programs to help people learn job skills.

Notable People from Green

Many talented people have come from Green. Some of them include:

Kelsie Ahbe, an Olympic track and field athlete
Rachel Cargle, an activist, speaker, and author
Mark Croghan, an Olympic track and field athlete
Christian DiLauro, a professional football player in the NFL
Dick Goddard, a well-known meteorologist
David Lough, a former professional baseball player
Mary Taylor, a former Lieutenant Governor of Ohio

International Connections

Green has a special connection with a city in another country. In 2018, Green became a sister city with Beiuș, Romania. This means the two cities work to build friendly relationships and cultural ties.