Information and tips for moving to Parma, OH - Cuyahoga County
Located a short nine miles from the large metropolitan Cleveland area is the city of Parma, Ohio. With a population of 81,601, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, Parma is Ohio’s seventh largest city as well as the largest suburb of Cleveland. Between the years of 1950 and 1980, Parma’s economy grew greatly, and several small businesses as well as larger corporations began to thrive in the city. In addition to having a strong economy, Parma was designated as one of the safest cities in the United States with a population of 75,000 or more. In 2006, Morgan Quinto Press ranked Parma at number 32 on their list.

Weather in Parma: The average yearly temperature in Parma is a cool 51 degrees Fahrenheit. In the winter months, Parma’s average temperatures can drop as low as 19 degrees Fahrenheit, and in the summer months, Parma’s temperature can get as high as 82 degrees Fahrenheit. Be prepared for colder winters with a decent amount of snow and milder summers.

Getting an Education in Parma: The Parma City School District  includes three high schools, three middle schools and eight elementary schools. The private Catholic schools, Padua Franciscan High school and Holy Name High school, are also located in Parma as well as Bethel Christian Academy. For higher education, Parma is home to the Western Campus of Cuyahoga Community College where students can choose from several associate degree and certificate programs.

Parma Transportation: Parma has access to several state highways as well as Interstate 480 on the northern border of the city. U.S. Highway 42 also runs from southwest to northeast through Parma. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority also provides bus routes in Parma as well as around Cleveland and other parts of Cuyahoga County.

Best Restaurants in Parma: For the best authentic Thai food in Parma, don’t miss Charm Thai Restaurant where their specialties include delectable fresh sushi and the delicious Duck Choo Chee. If classic American cuisine is more to your taste, head over to The Hot Dog Diner. The Hot Dog Diner offers an array of delicious classics including made-to-order gourmet hot dogs and hamburgers complimented with freshly cut French fries or crunchy onion rings. You can find the best Italian food in the city at Vivo Ristorante, where you can order authentic Italian dishes ranging from pizzas and pastas to gnocchi and risotto.

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