Medicare in ZIP Code
44149
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Strongsville
21042
Population
41.3134
Latitude
-81.8562
Longitude
Demographic Data
ZIP code 44149 is located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, centered near Strongsville, with a total population of 21,042 and a median age of 46.8. This is a suburban community where 22.8% of residents are 65 or older (approximately 4,790 individuals), moderately above the national average. This aging population benefits from robust Medicare plan options and community-based health resources. The racial and ethnic composition includes 91.4% White, 1.3% Black/African American, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, 3.5% Asian. The community is highly educated, with 50.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher, which often correlates with greater health literacy and proactive engagement with Medicare plan selection.
Economic Metrics
The median household income is $114,107, above the national median. Higher-income Medicare beneficiaries should note that Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amounts (IRMAA) may apply to Part B and Part D premiums for individuals earning above $106,000 or couples above $212,000 annually. The poverty rate is relatively low at 3.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. The median home value is $289,700 and median monthly rent is $969. Medicare beneficiaries in Cuyahoga County should explore all available plan options during Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) or consult the Ohio SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) for free, unbiased counseling on choosing the right coverage.