STD Rates in Cuyahoga County, Ohio

2023 CDC surveillance data for Cuyahoga County, Ohio — chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis rates with state comparisons.

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Data Year: 2023 Source: CDC STI Surveillance Population: 1,233,124
Combined
1136.6
per 100K
1st / 88
Chlamydia
780.7
per 100K • 9,627 cases
Gonorrhea
334.5
per 100K • 4,125 cases
Syphilis P&S
21.4
per 100K • 264 cases

Cuyahoga County has one of the higher STD burdens in Ohio, with a combined rate of 1,136.6 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — ranking 1st of 88 counties. Reported infections included chlamydia at 780.7 per 100,000 (9,627 cases, 69% above the state rate), gonorrhea at 334.5 per 100,000 (4,125 cases, 99% above the state rate), syphilis at 21.4 per 100,000 (264 cases, 31% above the state rate). Many STDs show no symptoms, so testing is the only reliable way to know your status. Confidential options are available across Cuyahoga County.

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Cuyahoga County vs Ohio Average

Infection Cuyahoga County Ohio Rate Difference
Chlamydia 780.7 461.7 69% above
Gonorrhea 334.5 168 99% above
Syphilis (P&S) 21.4 16.3 31% above

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Largest cities in Cuyahoga County, Ohio

Largest first, by Census population. Each city page lists nearby clinics, free and low-cost testing, and labs.

STD testing in Cleveland, OH366,097 people → STD testing in Parma, OH79,870 people → STD testing in Lakewood, OH50,007 people → STD testing in Strongsville, OH45,983 people → STD testing in Westlake, OH34,104 people → STD testing in North Olmsted, OH31,924 people → STD testing in North Royalton, OH30,972 people → STD testing in Garfield Heights, OH29,269 people → STD testing in Shaker Heights, OH28,922 people → STD testing in Solon, OH23,943 people →
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STD testing in Maple Heights, OH23,258 people → STD testing in South Euclid, OH21,534 people → STD testing in Rocky River, OH21,490 people → STD testing in Parma Heights, OH20,581 people → STD testing in Mayfield Heights, OH20,022 people → STD testing in Middleburg Heights, OH15,786 people → STD testing in Lyndhurst, OH13,801 people → STD testing in Warrensville Heights, OH13,545 people → STD testing in East Cleveland, OH13,534 people → STD testing in University Heights, OH13,394 people → STD testing in Seven Hills, OH11,603 people → STD testing in Bedford Heights, OH10,847 people → STD testing in Richmond Heights, OH10,626 people → STD testing in Olmsted Falls, OH8,639 people → STD testing in Independence, OH7,534 people →

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Cuyahoga County ranks 1st of 88 Ohio counties for combined STD rate in 2023, at 1,136.6 per 100,000 residents.
In 2023, chlamydia was the most frequently reported STD in Cuyahoga County, with 9,627 cases at a rate of 780.7 per 100,000 residents.
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Data sourced from the CDC's annual STI Surveillance Report. Rates are per 100,000 population and reflect reported cases only — actual prevalence is likely higher due to undiagnosed infections. While we strive for accuracy, STDTest.com makes no representations or warranties regarding the completeness or accuracy of this data and is not responsible for any errors or omissions. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
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