Question 1

Is 44131 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 44131 in Independence has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Independence city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 44131 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 44131?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 44131 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 44131. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 44131 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Independence. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 44131?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 44131 is approximately $315K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 44131 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 44131 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 44131 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 44131 has an overall NeighborScore of 65/100, placing it in the moderate range for Independence. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 65/100, 44131 scores similarly to the middle tier of Independence neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Independence — ZIP 44131

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Alternative Education Academy	KG–12	—	—	—
Hillside Middle School	05–08	—	—	—
Independence High School	09–12	—	—	—
Independence Middle School	05–08	—	—	—
Independence Primary School	PK–04	—	—	—
Gateway Online Academy of Ohio	09–12	—	—	—
Pathfinder Career Academy of Ohio	06–11	—	—	—