CITY · OH

What county is Cleveland, OH in?

Cleveland, OH is mostly in Cuyahoga County. County FIPS code 39035, population 1,233,088 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Cleveland, Ohio
Primary county: Cuyahoga County
FIPS code: 39035
County population: 1,233,088

Some cities extend into more than one county. Cleveland is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Cleveland in?

Cleveland, OH is mostly in Cuyahoga County.

What is the county seat of Cuyahoga County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.