Kent, OH Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 29,915 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +7.2%

Population (male): 14,475

Population (female): 15,440

Median Age: 23.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Kent: 97.2 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 34.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (28.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 63.5% for Black residents, 66.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 29.3% for other race residents, 59.1% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 1097 feet

Land Area: 8.69 square miles.

Zip Codes: 44243

Races:
      White alone - 23,194 - 77.5%
      Black alone - 2,974 - 9.9%
      Asian alone - 1,874 - 6.3%
      Two or more races - 1,326 - 4.4%
      Hispanic - 706 - 2.4%
      Other race alone - 43 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 6 - 0.02%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Kent, OH

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Kent, OH and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

174 CURRIE HALL PKWY 1.3 miles

174 CURRIE HALL PKWY
KENT, OH 44240
Categories: KENT OH

3913 Darrow Rd 4.5 miles

3913 Darrow Rd
Stow, OH 44224
Categories: Stow OH

4476 DARROW RD 4.9 miles

4476 DARROW RD
STOW, OH 44224
Categories: STOW OH

9318 STATE ROUTE 14 6.0 miles

9318 STATE ROUTE 14
STREETSBORO, OH 44241
Categories: STREETSBORO OH

6847 N CHESTNUT ST 6.0 miles

6847 N CHESTNUT ST
RAVENNA, OH 44266
Categories: RAVENNA OH

1685 SOUTHEAST AVE 6.2 miles

1685 SOUTHEAST AVE
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

224 WEST AVE 6.3 miles

224 WEST AVE
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

111 STOW AVE STE 106 6.6 miles

111 STOW AVE STE 106
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill 6.6 miles

462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

654 PORTAGE TRL 7.0 miles

654 PORTAGE TRL
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221
Categories: CUYAHOGA FALLS OH

1860 State Rd Ste C 7.5 miles

1860 State Rd Ste C
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44310
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

696 CANTON RD 8.7 miles

696 CANTON RD
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

2762 MCELWAIN RD 9.1 miles

2762 MCELWAIN RD
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069 9.1 miles

1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44223
Categories: CUYAHOGA FALLS OH

1265 TRIPLETT BLVD 10.1 miles

1265 TRIPLETT BLVD
AKRON, OH 44306
Categories: AKRON OH

2451 Edison Blvd, 10.5 miles

2451 Edison Blvd,
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Categories: Twinsburg OH

400 WABASH AVE 10.7 miles

400 WABASH AVE
AKRON, OH 44307
Categories: AKRON OH

1450 FIRESTONE PKWY 11.5 miles

1450 FIRESTONE PKWY
AKRON, OH 44301
Categories: AKRON OH

1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290 12.7 miles

1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290
AKRON, OH 44320
Categories: AKRON OH

855 W MAPLE ST STE 120 12.8 miles

855 W MAPLE ST STE 120
HARTVILLE, OH 44632
Categories: HARTVILLE OH

2820 W MARKET ST STE 220 13.0 miles

2820 W MARKET ST STE 220
FAIRLAWN, OH 44333
Categories: FAIRLAWN OH

2850 S ARLINGTON RD STE 104 13.1 miles

2850 S ARLINGTON RD STE 104
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

3333 MASSILLON RD STE 102 13.9 miles

3333 MASSILLON RD STE 102
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

3479 Massillon Road, 14.0 miles

3479 Massillon Road,
Uniontown, OH 44685
Categories: Uniontown OH

605 North Cleveland Massillon, 14.4 miles

605 North Cleveland Massillon,
Akron, OH 44333
Categories: Akron OH

3838 MASSILLON RD STE 350 14.7 miles

3838 MASSILLON RD STE 350
UNIONTOWN, OH 44685
Categories: UNIONTOWN OH

3900 Medina Road, 14.7 miles

3900 Medina Road,
Akron, OH 44333
Categories: Akron OH

150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B 15.0 miles

150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B
AKRON, OH 44333
Categories: AKRON OH

3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003 15.2 miles

3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003
AKRON, OH 44333
Categories: AKRON OH

155 5th St NE 15.4 miles

155 5th St NE
Barberton, OH 44203
Categories: Barberton OH

101 5TH ST SE STE J 15.7 miles

101 5TH ST SE STE J
BARBERTON, OH 44203
Categories: BARBERTON OH

863 W AURORA RD STE A 16.0 miles

863 W AURORA RD STE A
SAGAMORE HILLS, OH 44067
Categories: SAGAMORE HILLS OH

17747 CHILLICOTHE RD STE 100 16.2 miles

17747 CHILLICOTHE RD STE 100
CHAGRIN FALLS, OH 44023
Categories: CHAGRIN FALLS OH

6935 TREELINE DR STE J 16.6 miles

6935 TREELINE DR STE J
BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141
Categories: BRECKSVILLE OH

33790 Bainbridge Road, 16.8 miles

33790 Bainbridge Road,
Solon, OH 44139
Categories: Solon OH

30455 SOLON RD 17.0 miles

30455 SOLON RD
SOLON, OH 44139
Categories: SOLON OH

7730 FIRST PL STE D 17.2 miles

7730 FIRST PL STE D
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH 44146
Categories: OAKWOOD VILLAGE OH

85 COMMUNITY RD STE D 17.2 miles

85 COMMUNITY RD STE D
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

1825 FRANKS PKWY 19.5 miles

1825 FRANKS PKWY
UNIONTOWN, OH 44685
Categories: UNIONTOWN OH

6200 WHIPPLE AVE NW 19.8 miles

6200 WHIPPLE AVE NW
NORTH CANTON, OH 44720
Categories: NORTH CANTON OH

2461 W STATE ST 20.4 miles

2461 W STATE ST
ALLIANCE, OH 44601
Categories: ALLIANCE OH

4635 RICHMOND RD STE 103 20.7 miles

4635 RICHMOND RD STE 103
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH 44128
Categories: WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS OH

4152 HOLIDAY ST NW 21.2 miles

4152 HOLIDAY ST NW
CANTON, OH 44718
Categories: CANTON OH

4368 DRESSLER RD NW 21.8 miles

4368 DRESSLER RD NW
CANTON, OH 44718
Categories: CANTON OH

3999 RICHMOND RD 21.8 miles

3999 RICHMOND RD
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122
Categories: BEACHWOOD OH

5595 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 220 22.1 miles

5595 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 220
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44125
Categories: GARFIELD HEIGHTS OH

5350 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 3 22.1 miles

5350 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 3
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44125
Categories: GARFIELD HEIGHTS OH

100 Auburn Dr Ste 110 22.1 miles

100 Auburn Dr Ste 110
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122
Categories: BEACHWOOD OH

506 W MAIN ST 22.4 miles

506 W MAIN ST
LOUISVILLE, OH 44641
Categories: LOUISVILLE OH

191 WADSWORTH RD 22.4 miles

191 WADSWORTH RD
WADSWORTH, OH 44281
Categories: WADSWORTH OH

195 Wadsworth Rd 22.4 miles

195 Wadsworth Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
Categories: Wadsworth OH

1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd 22.4 miles

1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd
Parma, OH 44134
Categories: Parma OH

4650 HILLS AND DALES RD NW 22.5 miles

4650 HILLS AND DALES RD NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Categories: CANTON OH

4638 Hills And Dales Road Nort, 22.5 miles

4638 Hills And Dales Road Nort,
Canton, OH 44708
Categories: Canton OH

11443 State Rd 22.6 miles

11443 State Rd
North Royalton, OH 44133
Categories: North Royalton OH

2626 FULTON DR NW 22.8 miles

2626 FULTON DR NW
CANTON, OH 44718
Categories: CANTON OH

4400 ROCKSIDE RD 23.3 miles

4400 ROCKSIDE RD
INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
Categories: INDEPENDENCE OH

3461 WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD STE 203 23.4 miles

3461 WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD STE 203
SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH 44122
Categories: SHAKER HEIGHTS OH

5155 BUEHLERS DR 23.9 miles

5155 BUEHLERS DR
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

826 E SCHAAF RD 24.3 miles

826 E SCHAAF RD
BROOKLYN HTS, OH 44131
Categories: BROOKLYN HTS OH

3724 CENTER RD 24.7 miles

3724 CENTER RD
BRUNSWICK, OH 44212
Categories: BRUNSWICK OH

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Kent, OH testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Kent, OH testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Kent, OH drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Kent, OH testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Kent, OH and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Kent, Ohio

Kent is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the largest city in Portage County. It is located along the Cuyahoga River in Northeast Ohio on the western edge of the county. The population was 28,904 in the 2010 Census and was estimated at 29,915 in 2017. The city is counted as part of the Akron Metropolitan Statistical Area and the larger Cleveland–Akron–Canton Combined Statistical Area.

Part of the Connecticut Western Reserve, Kent was settled in 1805 and was known for many years as Franklin Mills. Settlers were attracted to the area due to its location along the Cuyahoga River as a place for water-powered mills. Later development came in the 1830s and 1840s as a result of the settlement's position along the route of the Pennsylvania and Ohio Canal. Leading up to the American Civil War, Franklin Mills was noted for its activity in the Underground Railroad. With the decline of the canal and the emergence of the railroad, the town became the home of the Atlantic and Great Western Railroad maintenance shops through the influence of Marvin Kent. In 1864 the town was renamed Kent in honor of and in gratitude for Marvin Kent's efforts. It was incorporated as a village in 1867 and became a city after the 1920 Census. Today Kent is a college town best known as the home of the main campus of Kent State University, founded in 1910, and as the site of the 1970 Kent State shootings.

Historically a manufacturing center, education is the city's largest economic sector with Kent State University the city's, and one of the region's, largest employers. The Kent City School District and the Kent Free Library provide additional education opportunities and resources. Many of Kent's demographic elements are influenced by the presence of the university, particularly the median age, median income, and those living below the poverty level. The city is governed by a council-manager system with a city manager, a nine-member city council, and a mayor. Kent has nearly 20 parks and preserves and hosts a number of annual festivals including ones related to Earth Day, folk music, and the U.S. Independence Day. In addition to the Kent State athletic teams, the city also hosts a number of amateur and local sporting events at various times during the year. Kent is part of the Cleveland-Akron media market and is the city of license for three local radio stations and three television stations and includes the regional affiliates for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Local transportation infrastructure includes a public bus service and hike-and-bike trails. As the home of the Davey Tree Expert Company, Kent is known as "The Tree City" while residents are referred to as "Kentites". The city has produced a number of notable individuals, particularly in politics, athletics, and the entertainment industry.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 29,915 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +7.2%

Population (male): 14,475

Population (female): 15,440

Median Age: 23.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Kent: 97.2 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 34.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (28.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 63.5% for Black residents, 66.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 29.3% for other race residents, 59.1% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 1097 feet

Land Area: 8.69 square miles.

Zip Codes: 44243

Races:
      White alone - 23,194 - 77.5%
      Black alone - 2,974 - 9.9%
      Asian alone - 1,874 - 6.3%
      Two or more races - 1,326 - 4.4%
      Hispanic - 706 - 2.4%
      Other race alone - 43 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 6 - 0.02%

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