Greater Cleveland

Metropolitan area in Ohio, United States

Greater Cleveland

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Name	Greater Cleveland
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Settlement Type	Metropolitan area
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Total	2077240
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Greater Cleveland is a metropolitan area in the U.S. state of Ohio, centered around the city of Cleveland. It is part of the larger Cleveland-Akron-Canton Combined Statistical Area.

Geography

Greater Cleveland is located in Northeast Ohio along the southern shore of Lake Erie. The region includes the counties of Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina.

Economy

The economy of Greater Cleveland is diverse, with key industries including manufacturing, healthcare, biotechnology, and financial services. The region is home to several major corporations, including Sherwin-Williams, KeyBank, and Parker Hannifin.

Education

Greater Cleveland is served by numerous educational institutions, including Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland State University, and the Cleveland Institute of Art. The region also has a robust public school system and several private schools.

Culture

Greater Cleveland is known for its cultural institutions, such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the Cleveland Orchestra. The region also has a vibrant theater scene, with venues like the Playhouse Square.

Sports

The region is home to several professional sports teams, including the Cleveland Browns (NFL), the Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), and the Cleveland Guardians (MLB). The area also supports various minor league and collegiate sports teams.

Transportation

Greater Cleveland is served by the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, which provides public transportation throughout the region. Major highways include Interstate 71, Interstate 77, and Interstate 90.

Healthcare

The region is a major center for healthcare, with institutions like the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center providing world-class medical services.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Greater Cleveland had a population of approximately 2,077,240 people. The region is ethnically diverse, with significant populations of African Americans, Hispanics, and Asian Americans.

See also

• Cleveland
• Northeast Ohio
• Cuyahoga County, Ohio
• Lake Erie

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