Where is Fairlawn, Ohio

Fairlawn is a city in northeastern Ohio and a western suburb of Akron in Summit County. It is about 6 miles west of downtown Akron and sits near the Cuyahoga Valley National Park corridor. The city is known for its business district, shopping areas, parks, and convenient location between Akron and the larger Cleveland metropolitan area.

Location Map of Fairlawn, Summit County, Ohio

About Map: The map shows the location of Fairlawn in Summit County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

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Where is Fairlawn Located?

Fairlawn is a city located in Summit County, Ohio, the United States. It lies in western Summit County, about 6 miles west of downtown Akron and roughly 35 miles south of Cleveland. Fairlawn is positioned at approximately 41.127° North latitude and 81.609° West longitude. The city has about 4.57 square miles, or 11.83 square kilometers, of land area. The 2020 Census recorded 7,710 residents, and the U.S. Census Bureau estimated 7,815 residents in 2025. Fairlawn stands at an elevation of roughly 1,050 feet above sea level. The city developed from a suburban community into an important commercial center for western Summit County. Its location near Interstate 77, Interstate 271, and State Route 18 provides easy access to Akron, Cleveland, and surrounding communities. Nearby Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers wooded trails, waterfalls, historic sites, and scenic landscapes.

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Distance from Fairlawn, OH to Nearby Cities

• Akron, OH – 6 miles (10 km)
• Cuyahoga Falls, OH – 8 miles (13 km)
• Stow, OH – 10 miles (16 km)
• Barberton, OH – 11 miles (18 km)
• Wadsworth, OH – 12 miles (19 km)
• North Canton, OH – 15 miles (24 km)
• Massillon, OH – 20 miles (32 km)
• Medina, OH – 18 miles (29 km)
• Hudson, OH – 13 miles (21 km)
• Twinsburg, OH – 18 miles (29 km)
• Brunswick, OH – 25 miles (40 km)
• Canton, OH – 25 miles (40 km)
• Wooster, OH – 35 miles (56 km)
• Cleveland, OH – 35 miles (56 km)
• Youngstown, OH – 55 miles (89 km)
• Alliance, OH – 35 miles (56 km)
• Oberlin, OH – 45 miles (72 km)
• Columbus, OH – 125 miles (201 km)

Top Attractions in Fairlawn

• Sand Run Metro Park – A large Summit Metro Parks property with wooded trails, picnic areas, streams, and scenic outdoor spaces near Fairlawn.
• Rosemont Country Club – A historic private golf club in Fairlawn with a long connection to the local community.
• Fairlawn Community Center – A city recreation facility offering programs, activities, and community events.
• Fairlawn Park – A local park providing open space and recreational facilities for residents.
• Summit Mall – A major regional shopping center serving Fairlawn, Akron, and surrounding communities.
• Cuyahoga Valley National Park – A nearby national park between Akron and Cleveland with waterfalls, forests, trails, historic sites, and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
• Akron Art Museum – A major art museum in downtown Akron featuring modern and contemporary works.
• Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens – A historic Akron estate with a Tudor Revival mansion, gardens, and landscaped grounds.
• F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm – A Summit Metro Parks nature area featuring gardens, wooded trails, and wildlife habitats.
• Blossom Music Center – A major outdoor performing arts venue in the Cuyahoga Valley area and summer home of the Cleveland Orchestra.

Airports Near Fairlawn

• Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) – 25 miles
• Akron Executive Airport (AKR) – 15 miles
• Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) – 35 miles
• Cuyahoga County Airport (CGF) – 30 miles
• Burke Lakefront Airport (BKL) – 38 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of Fairlawn website and local government records.

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