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ARTICLE: Middleburg Heights In-Depth
Middleburg Heights, Ohio, is a suburb of Cleveland and a part of the Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor metropolitan area. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that the population of Middleburg Heights is 15,542. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, the metro area's per capita income is $34,264, slightly higher than the national average.

Middleburg Heights started out as marsh and farmland. As the marshes were drained, farmers discovered fertile black soil. Root crops grew particularly well there, earning Middleburg Heights its early nickname, the "Onion Capital of the World." Now the farms are gone, and Middleburg Heights is a full-fledged residential suburb with hotels, restaurants, and shopping.

Middleburg Heights has much to offer nature lovers as well. The Lake Isaac recreation area features a wildlife sanctuary. Migrating birds pass through the lake area, and it is a permanent home for deer, fox, and opossum. Big Creek Parkway has trails, picnic areas, grills, and ball fields. These parks are a part of the Greater Cleveland Metropolitan Park System.

Many residents of Middleburg Heights commute to work. Three interstate highways nearby make travel to and from Middleburg Heights easy. Cleveland offers many attractive job opportunities in a variety of industries, including healthcare and finance. Top employers in the Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor metropolitan area include:
  • Cleveland Clinic Health System: 34,800 employees
  • University Hospitals Health System: 25,000 employees
  • National City Corp. Bank: 13,100 employees
  • KeyCorp Bank: 9,500 employees

For the past 10 years, Middleburg Heights has been named a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day foundation. The town's great shopping and restaurants, close proximity to Cleveland, and commitment to preserving wildlife and natural areas make it a very attractive place to live.

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