Kent Ohio Map

About Kent, Ohio

Kent is a locality in Portage County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 27,116. The population density is 1106.3 people per km². Kent is located at 41.1537°N, 81.3579°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 44240.

Kent's embrace of the Cuyahoga River shapes its very spirit, a place where the water's ceaseless flow mirrors the quiet persistence of its people. It lies 4.3 miles east of Stow, OH (from Stow, OH: bearing 95°T), and is situated 9.8 miles east-north-east of Akron. Rolling hills, softened by the slow accumulation of seasons, cradle the town, their slopes often draped in the emerald hues of summer or the muted golds of autumn, a landscape that feels both enduring and ever-changing. The air here, particularly as the sun dips below the western horizon, carries a particular crispness, a hint of the coming cool that promises to wash the day's dust from the leaves and the pavements. The riverbanks, fringed with willows and sturdy oaks, offer a verdant punctuation to the urban sprawl, a constant reminder of the natural world that coexists with the brick and mortar of daily life. The history of Kent is intrinsically tied to the industrial currents that once surged through the region, with the railroad and the river serving as vital arteries of commerce. For generations, its economy found its rhythm in manufacturing and agriculture, a steady beat that echoed through its neighborhoods. Today, the presence of Kent State University imbues the town with a vibrant, youthful energy, a constant influx of new ideas and perspectives that mingle with the deep roots of its founding families. This blend is palpable, from the historic architecture that whispers tales of earlier eras to the contemporary buzz of student life, creating a unique character that is distinctly Kent's own. The town's distinctive charm lies not in grand pronouncements, but in the quiet dignity of its streets, the friendly nods exchanged on sidewalks, and the enduring spirit of a community that has weathered time and change with a resilient grace.

About This Kent Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Kent, Ohio with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Kent and Portage County.

Detailed location data for Kent includes the ZIP code (44240), telephone area code (440), county seat of Portage County (Ravenna), and school district assignment (Kent City School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kent is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.