Mayfield, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mayfield, Ohio
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Village
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Old Center School on SOM Center Road
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Location in Cuyahoga County and the state of Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Cuyahoga |
| Founded | 1819 |
| Incorporated | 1920 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.95 sq mi (10.22 km2) |
| • Land | 3.94 sq mi (10.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 925 ft (285 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,356 |
| • Density | 852.21/sq mi (329.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44143
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| Area code(s) | 440 |
| FIPS code | 39-48468 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1061487 |
Mayfield, sometimes called Mayfield Village, is a small town in eastern Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. It is a suburb of Cleveland, meaning it's a community located just outside a larger city. Mayfield is part of the bigger Cleveland metropolitan area. In 2020, about 3,356 people lived here.
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Where is Mayfield Located?
Mayfield is found in northeastern Ohio. It covers an area of about 3.96 square miles (10.22 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit being water.
Mayfield Village shares its borders with several other towns:
- To the west, you'll find Highland Heights.
- To the south, it borders Mayfield Heights.
- Gates Mills is to the east.
- And to the north, it touches Willoughby Hills.
Who Lives in Mayfield?
Mayfield has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 344 | — | |
| 1940 | 448 | 30.2% | |
| 1950 | 805 | 79.7% | |
| 1960 | 1,977 | 145.6% | |
| 1970 | 3,548 | 79.5% | |
| 1980 | 3,577 | 0.8% | |
| 1990 | 3,462 | −3.2% | |
| 2000 | 3,435 | −0.8% | |
| 2010 | 3,460 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 3,356 | −3.0% | |
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Many people in Mayfield have family roots from different parts of the world. For example, a large number of residents have Italian heritage. Others have German, Irish, or English backgrounds.
Most people in Mayfield speak English. However, you might also hear Russian, Italian, or Hungarian spoken by some residents.
Mayfield's Population in 2010
In 2010, about 3,460 people lived in Mayfield. The village had 1,531 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most residents were White. There were also people of African American and Asian backgrounds. A small number of people identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Mayfield was around 48 years old. About 19% of the residents were under 18. Many adults were between 45 and 64 years old. About 24% of the population was 65 or older.
Schools in Mayfield
Mayfield Village is part of the Mayfield City School District. This district also serves students from Gates Mills, Highland Heights, and Mayfield Heights. The main high school for the village is Mayfield High School.
Mayfield's Economy
Mayfield Village is home to the main office of the Progressive Corporation. This company is one of the biggest car insurance providers in the United States.
Notable People from Mayfield
- Andy Isabella is an American football player. He plays as a wide receiver.
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