North Canton, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Canton, Ohio
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Hoover Historical Center
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The Dogwood City
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Location of North Canton in Stark County
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 North Canton, Ohio
Location in Ohio
North Canton, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Stark |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.40 sq mi (16.57 km2) |
| • Land | 6.40 sq mi (16.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,129 ft (344 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,842 |
| • Density | 2,788.25/sq mi (1,076.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
44709, 44720, 44799
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| Area code(s) | 330 |
| FIPS code | 39-56294 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395252 |
| Website | http://northcantonohio.gov/ |
North Canton is a city in Stark County, Ohio, United States. It's a suburb that is part of the larger Canton–Massillon area. In 2020, about 17,842 people lived in North Canton. The city is sometimes called "The Dogwood City."
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History of North Canton
North Canton started as a small village named New Berlin in 1831. Many of its first residents were from German families.
During World War I, people in the United States didn't want to be linked to anything German. So, in 1918, the community decided to change the village's name to North Canton.
The Hoover Company's Story
A man named William H. "Boss" Hoover moved his leather business to New Berlin in 1873. Later, in June 1908, a janitor named James M. Spangler invented the first upright vacuum cleaner right there in North Canton.
Hoover bought the patent for this invention. His company, The Hoover Company, grew quickly. By the 1930s, it was the biggest maker of vacuum cleaners in the world! However, in 2007, the Hoover production factory in North Canton closed down.
Geography and Location
North Canton is located in Stark County, Ohio. The West Branch of Nimishillen Creek flows through the city.
The United States Census Bureau says that North Canton covers an area of about 6.40 square miles (16.57 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population Changes Over Time
North Canton has grown a lot since it was first settled. Here's how its population has changed over the years:
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| 1910 | 865 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,597 | 84.6% | |
| 1930 | 2,648 | 65.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,988 | 12.8% | |
| 1950 | 4,032 | 34.9% | |
| 1960 | 7,727 | 91.6% | |
| 1970 | 15,228 | 97.1% | |
| 1980 | 14,189 | −6.8% | |
| 1990 | 14,748 | 3.9% | |
| 2000 | 16,369 | 11.0% | |
| 2010 | 17,488 | 6.8% | |
| 2020 | 17,842 | 2.0% | |
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Who Lives in North Canton?
According to the census from 2010, there were 17,488 people living in North Canton. There were 7,557 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
Most people living in the city were White (94.8%). Other groups included African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 1.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (46.2%) were married couples living together. About 23.9% of households had children under 18. The average age of people in the city was 42.5 years old.
Education in North Canton
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Most students in North Canton go to schools run by the North Canton City Schools district. This district includes:
- Clearmount and Northwood elementary schools
- Greentown and Orchard Hill intermediate schools
- North Canton Middle School
- North Canton Hoover High School
There is also a private Catholic school called St. Paul School. It offers education for students from kindergarten through 8th grade.
North Canton is also home to Walsh University. This is a private, Catholic university where students can earn college degrees. About 2,500 students attend Walsh University. Its sports teams compete in NCAA Division II.
Some areas within the 44720 zip code are also served by Plain Local Schools and Jackson Local Schools.
Notable People from North Canton
Many interesting people have come from North Canton, including:
- Todd Blackledge – A former professional football player and now a sports TV analyst.
- Joe DeRosa – An official who worked in the National Basketball Association.
- Diana Al-Hadid – A well-known artist.
- Eddie McClintock – An actor.
- Tony Migliozzi – An ultra-marathoner who won a world championship in 2015.
- Dick Snyder – A former professional basketball player.
- Rabbit Warstler – A former professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: North Canton (Ohio) para niños
