Amherst, OH

Ohio · Lorain County · Cleveland Metro

Amherst is a small city in Ohio with a population of 12,796. Residents earn $93,043 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

12,796 Population 1,807/sq mi density

$93,043 Median Income $46,139 per capita

$222,700 Home Value $269,999 Zillow

$832 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

33 Violent Crime/100K 1,208 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.8 / 5.0

$93,043 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$222,700 home value, $832/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

33 violent crimes/100K (91% below avg)

B+

Education

3.6 / 5.0

32.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $93,043

24% higher than US avg

Home Value $222,700

21% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 33/100K

91% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.3%

4% lower than US avg

Median Rent $832

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.5%

4% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.7%

70% lower than US avg

How Amherst Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,796

Median Age43.4 yrs

Density1,807/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$93,043

Per Capita$46,139

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty3.7%

County GDP$15,029M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$222,700

Rent$832

Ownership87.7%

Zillow$269,999

Housing Units5,094

Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

Violent33/100K

Property1,208/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault8/100K

Burglary164/100K

Health

Obesity33.5%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking12.8%

Depression26.7%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain36.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation642 ft (196 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.3%

High School+95.9%

Graduate+10.5%

School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%

Commute24 min

Broadband89.7%

EV Stations1

Libraries16

Is Amherst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amherst receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Amherst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amherst is $93,043, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amherst is $222,700, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Amherst is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,208 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Amherst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Amherst has a population of 12,796 with a density of 1,807 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,796

Total Population

1,807

People / sq mi

43.4yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

7.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Amherst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.1%

69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amherst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amherst is $93,043, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,139 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,072, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,969 business establishments, including 542 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 9.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Amherst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$93,043
	24% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,139
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,072
IRS Avg AGI	$73,723
Gini Index	0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.7%
	70% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,969
County GDP	$15,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants	542
Healthcare	693
Retail	775
Manufacturing	341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,154
	76% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.4 min
Drive Alone	79.9%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Amherst is $222,700, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,999, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,094 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $6,154 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$222,700
	21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$269,999
Median List Price	$279,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$279,900
$/Sq Ft	$167
Homes Sold	9
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.5%
Price Drops	20.8%
Inventory	24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$832
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$873
2 Bedrooms	$1,092
3 Bedrooms	$1,388
4 Bedrooms	$1,550

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	87.7%
Owner-Occupied	87.7%
Renter-Occupied	12.3%
Housing Units	5,094
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,154
	76% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.76%

In Amherst, 33.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.2% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 19.5% report binge drinking. 22.6% are physically inactive. 26.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 6.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,936. The dentist ratio is 1:2,040. 95.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-25)

PM2.5

18.2

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

18.5

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

10.7

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

78.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

2.0

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

209.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Amherst vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.5%
	4% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.2%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.8%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	22.6%
Depression	26.7%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.5%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,936
Dentists	1:2,040
Mental Health	1:447
Checkup Rate	77.2%
Dental Visits	69.8%
Premature Death	9,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	95.1%
Healthcare Facilities	693

Amherst has a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents, 91% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 8.2 per 100,000, robbery at 24.7, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,208 per 100,000, 38% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,011, burglary at 164, vehicle theft at 33 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Amherst receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Amherst vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	32.9/100K
	91% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	24.7/100K
Assault	8.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,208.3/100K
	38% below US avg
Burglary	164.4/100K
Theft	1,011.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	32.9/100K
Arson	8.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	179
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Amherst experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 642 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	50.2°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	642 ft (196 m)
Area	7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²)
Population Density	1,807/sq mi
Coordinates	41.4053°N, 82.2317°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Lorain County County
Nearest Airport	Cleveland-Hopkins International (CLE) 20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"

3% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0418 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	86.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	30.1 / 100
Community Resilience	95.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 10, 2019	1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M4.0	71 km
Jan 26, 2001	8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio	M3.9	133 km
Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	73 km
Jun 30, 2003	6 km NW of Perry, Ohio	M3.6	96 km
Aug 28, 2023	7 km SE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	111 km
Oct 16, 1993	8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	107 km
Jun 20, 2006	9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	96 km
Mar 15, 1992	15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	99 km
Apr 20, 2018	Michigan	M3.4	103 km
Jun 3, 2001	3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio	M3.4	134 km
Jan 26, 1991	1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio	M3.4	67 km
Jun 30, 2004	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.3	104 km
Jul 1, 2013	5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio	M3.2	89 km
Mar 11, 2006	8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	82 km
Jan 9, 2008	6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	75 km
Feb 23, 2011	18 km NE of Leamington, Canada	M3.0	85 km
Jun 5, 2011	5 km W of Lodi, Ohio	M3.0	44 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	113 km
Apr 25, 2010	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.0	104 km
Aug 7, 2000	2 km S of Limaville, Ohio	M2.9	103 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

314 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 47 fatalities, 785 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 31, 1985	EF5	93 km	18
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	20 km	18
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	86 km	1
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	28 km	0
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	70 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	49 km	1
Jun 3, 1973	EF3	71 km	0
Sep 29, 1966	EF3	57 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	84 km	4
Mar 14, 2024	EF2	70 km	0
Aug 24, 2023	EF2	96 km	0
Aug 24, 2023	EF2	60 km	0
Jun 15, 2023	EF2	77 km	0
Jun 15, 2023	EF2	45 km	0
Apr 14, 2019	EF2	74 km	0
Nov 5, 2017	EF2	67 km	0
Nov 5, 2017	EF2	89 km	0
Sep 4, 2017	EF2	87 km	0
Sep 16, 2010	EF2	74 km	0
Jun 22, 2006	EF2	95 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1823	LAKE ERIE	Unknown	2.7 m	-	142 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.6 in
April	47°F (9°C)	3.2 in
May	58°F (15°C)	3.4 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.8 in	Wettest
July	72°F (22°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.5 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.3 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.4 in
November	42°F (6°C)	3.1 in
December	31°F (-0°C)	2.8 in

Amherst has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.0").

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Amherst is located in Lorain County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.4% of the vote, a 5.7-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 693 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%

D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	179
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	32.3%
	4% below US avg
High School+	95.9%
Graduate Degree+	10.5%
School Test Score	5.85

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,807/sq mi
Total Area	7.1 sq mi
County	Lorain County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.7%
Avg Download Speed	135.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	13.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	693
Restaurants	542
Retail Stores	775

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.4 min
Drive Alone	79.9%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	9.2%

Average costs for common services in Amherst. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$232 ($139-$371)
Specialist Visit	$325 ($186-$510)
Urgent Care Visit	$186 ($93-$325)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,042 ($742-$4,640)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70-$186)
Dental Filling	$232 ($139-$371)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23-$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($46-$111)
Brake Pad Replacement	$278 ($139-$464)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19-$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$557 ($371-$928)
Battery Replacement	$186 ($93-$325)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56-$139)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($46-$130)
HVAC Repair	$371 ($139-$742)
HVAC System Install	$6,496 ($3,712-$11,136)
Roof Repair	$928 ($371-$1,856)
Roof Replacement	$8,352 ($5,104-$13,920)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,392 ($464-$3,248)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,920 ($4,640-$27,840)
DUI Defense	$4,640 ($1,856-$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,392 ($742-$2,784)
Will Preparation	$464 ($186-$928)
Trust Preparation	$2,320 ($928-$4,640)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28-$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$139 ($70-$232)
Manicure	$23 ($14-$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23-$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46-$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.80 ($2.78-$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.25 ($2.32-$4.64)
Loaf of Bread	$3.53 ($2.32-$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.18 ($2.78-$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.10 ($3.71-$6.96)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56-$1.67)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$130 ($74-$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28-$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37-$111)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37-$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28-$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($46-$139)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$186 ($70-$464)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,856 ($1,114-$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28-$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.42-$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28-$232)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14-$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,114 ($557-$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$928 ($464-$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$371 ($186-$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23-$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$928 ($371-$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,600 ($4,640-$27,840)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28-$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($46-$186)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28-$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19-$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$278 ($139-$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$186 ($93-$371)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,277
Toddler	$1,147
Preschool	$1,005
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$866
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lorain County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	15,678	407	$74,465	1.94
Health Care & Social Assistance	14,290	740	$51,929	1.01
Retail Trade	12,625	793	$34,991	1.29
Accommodation & Food Services	9,493	568	$21,839	1.06
Administrative & Waste Services	5,205	459	$47,817	0.90
Construction	4,547	677	$64,734	0.88
Wholesale Trade	4,505	476	$90,994	1.16
Other Services	2,957	584	$38,925	1.00
Professional & Technical Services	2,567	740	$78,998	0.38
Educational Services	2,269	72	$55,046	1.12
Transportation & Warehousing	2,056	195	$58,237	0.49
Finance & Insurance	1,916	353	$80,565	0.48
Arts & Entertainment	1,322	119	$23,476	0.80
Real Estate	911	244	$44,541	0.60
Management of Companies	828	51	$79,492	0.50
Information & Technology	578	126	$82,741	0.31
Utilities	241	7	$115,649	0.64
Unclassified	10	8	$106,629	0.07

Schools in Amherst

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Powers Elementary School	Elementary	1,123	53	21.2:1
Marion L Steele High School	High	1,039	49	21.2:1
Amherst Junior High School	Middle	867	46	18.8:1
Walter G. Nord Middle School	Elementary	535	29	18.4:1

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Radio Stations near Amherst

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KPISS.FM	community radio, freeform	MP3 128 kbps
ScratchVision Radio	-	AAC 64 kbps
Crossroad Family Radio	-	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Amherst

2 campgrounds found near Amherst.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
East Park Campground	-	-	Free
The Main Station RV Park	-	-	Free

National Parks Near Amherst

142 national parks and monuments found near Amherst.

Park	Type	Fee
55Th Street Park	State Park	Free
Aboriginal		Free
AKO Park		Free
AKO Park		Free
Alexander Park		Free
Beacon Park		Free
Belanger Park		Free
Bellewood Park		Free
Boyer Playfield		Free
Bradley Playground		Free
Bruce Park		Free
Cadillac Square Park		Free
Campus Martius Park		Free
Catawba Island Sp	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek Provincial Park		Free
Central Park		Free
Circle Park		Free
Clark Park		Free
Clay Park		Free
Cleveland Lakefront State Park - Gordon Park	State Park	Free
Coletta Park		Free
Community Park		Free
Coventry Gardens Park		Free
Curry Park		Free
Cuyahoga Valley National Park	National Park	Free
Dequindre Cut Greenway		Free
Devonshire Park		Free
Dolores Benett Park		Free
East Harbor State Park	State Park	Free
East Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
East Sister Island Provincial Park		Free
Erma Henderson Park		Free
Ernest Atkinson Park		Free
Ewald Playground		Free
Factoria Park		Free
Farrow Riverside Miracle Park		Free
Findley State Park	State Park	Free
First Ladies National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Fish Point Provincial Nature Reserve		Free
Fort Laurens State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Wayne		Free
Fountain Bleau		Free
Gabriel Richard Park		Free
Gary Dugall Park		Free
George Street Park		Free
Gil Maure Park		Free
Girardot		Free
Harmonie Park		Free
Harriman State Park	State Park	Free
Hart Plaza		Free
Headlands Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Heritage Park		Free
Homesite Park		Free
Hower Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Intersection Park		Free
Jackson Park		Free
James A Garfield National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Kelleys Island State Park	State Park	Free
Kinsmen Norman Road Park		Free
Kiwanis Park		Free
Labadie Park		Free
Lafayette Greens		Free
Lafayette Plaisance Park		Free
Lakeshore Woods		Free
Lanspeary Park		Free
LaSalle Park		Free
Lighthouse Point Provincial Nature Reserve		Free
Little River Acres Park		Free
Long Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area	State Park	Free
Malabar Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Malden Park		Free
Maple Park		Free
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Mark Park		Free
Matthew Rodzik Park		Free
Maurice Belanger Park		Free
McDonald Park		Free
Mic Mac Park		Free
Middle Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
Mike Milligan Park		Free
Mitchell Park		Free
Mohican State Park	State Park	Free
Mt. Elliot Park		Free
Mt. Gilead State Park	State Park	Free
Mud Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Muliett Park		Free
Murphy Playlot		Free
New Center Park		Free
North Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
North Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
North Talbot Park		Free
North Tilston		Free
Oak Elm Park		Free
Oak Point State Park	State Park	Free
Ojibway Prairie Provincial Nature Reserve		Free
Optimist Memorial Park		Free
Pallister Park		Free
Partington Park		Free
Patrick Maguire		Free
Patton Park		Free
Perrien Park		Free
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial	Memorial	$10
Plymouth Park		Free
Point Pelee National Park		Free
Portage Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Pykes Park		Free
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park		Free
Realtor Park		Free
Remington Booster Park		Free
Rex Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Riverfront Garden Rooms		Free
Robert Park		Free
Rondeau Provincial Park		Free
Roseland Park		Free
Roseville Gardens Park		Free
Scarcyny Park & Garden		Free
Scripps Park		Free
Seneca Park		Free
Shawnee		Free
Somme Park		Free
South Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
South Merritt		Free
South Tilston		Free
Southdale Park		Free
Stanton Park		Free
State Lands	State Park	Free
State Street Park	State Park	Free
Stodgell Park		Free
Straith Park		Free
Thompson Park		Free
Tolan Park		Free
Tricentennial State Park And Harbor	State Park	Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Turtle Club Park		Free
Veterans Memorial Park		Free
Vince Marcotte Park		Free
Weiss Playground		Free
West Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Westcott Park		Free
Weston Park		Free
Wheatley Provincial Park		Free

Museums in Amherst

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ALLEN MEMORIAL ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		4407758665	$273,586,793
INLAND SEAS MARITIME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4409673467	$2,261,546
BLACK RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF LORAIN OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4402452563	$687,534
OBERLIN HISTORICAL AND IMPROVEMENT ORGANIZATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	20 W VINE ST	4407741700	$369,521
LORAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2163223341	$339,444
AMHERST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409887255	$119,912
LAKE SHORE RAILWAY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	46789 OHIO 18	4406476660	$98,140
VERMILION-ON-THE-LAKE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3780 EDGEWATER BOULEVARD	4409674118	$87,082
LEADERSHIP OHIO	GENERAL MUSEUM		4408210530	$82,187
SOUTHERN LORAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 NORTH MAIN STREET	4406474367	$36,285
LORAIN SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$29,621
LORAIN COUNTY TROPICAL GREENHOUSE AND MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		4402443296	$17,967
103RD OHIO VOLUNTEER INFANTRY CIVIL WAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	5501 E LAKE RD OFC	4409492790	$13,913
LORAINE COUNTY HERITAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409845282	$12,379
BROWNHELM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$12,205
MUSEUM OF HISPANIC AND LATINO CULTURES	ART MUSEUM			$4,623
NORTH RIDGEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	36119 CENTER RIDGE ROAD		$2,794
GRAFTON VILLAGE HISTORY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409262401	$2,342
VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL OF LORAIN COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	911 N LAKE STREET	4403203781	$1,375
AMERICAN MILITARY FORCES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
AVON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
AVON LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4407147581
AVON LAKE LANDMARK PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARLISLE TOWNSHIP BIOGRAPHICAL & HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CLEVELAND METROPARKS: ROCKY RIVER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	ROCKY RIVER NATURE CENTER	4407346660
HARBOUR TOWN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409677168
HICKORIES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	509 WASHINGTON AVE	4403223341
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF TALKING CLOCK COLLECTORS	GENERAL MUSEUM
LAGRANGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	44 S LAGRANGE ROAD	7084824248
MILLER NATURE PRESERVE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2739 CENTER ROAD
OBERLIN AFRICAN-AMERICAN GENEALOGY & HISTORY GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409350201
OBERLIN HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		4407741700
OBERLIN UNDERGROUND RAILROAD CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PETER MILLER HOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM
PETER MILLER HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4409336333
SCHOEPFLE GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	11106 MARKET ST
SHEFFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
USS CLARENCE K BRONSON ASSOCIATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
USS DONNER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6312817648
VERMILION AREA ARCHIVAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409672495
VERMILION NEWS PRINT SHOP MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	727 GRAND ST	4406702822

Libraries in Amherst

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LORAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	351 W. SIXTH ST.	709,280
ELYRIA PUBLIC LIBRARY	320 WASHINGTON AVE.	416,936
AVON LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	32649 ELECTRIC BLVD.	270,556
OBERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	65 S. MAIN ST.	152,100
AMHERST PUBLIC LIBRARY	221 SPRING ST.	144,716
RITTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	5680 LIBERTY AVE.	132,236
GRAFTON/MIDVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY	983 MAIN ST.	72,592
HERRICK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 WILLARD MEMORIAL SQUARE	34,684

Farmers Markets in Amherst

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Avon Lake Farmers Market	32801 Electric Blvd	06/07/2016 to	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Black River Landing Farmers Market	421 Black River Lane				Visit
Dietrich's Farm Market	3910 Avon Lake Road
Main Street Elyria Farmers Market	104 Middle Ave.				Visit
Oberlin Farmers Market	69-85 S Main Street	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Wellington Farmers' Market	115 Willard Memorial Square	06/17/2016 to 10/14/2016	Fri: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Amherst

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn by Wyndham Amherst

Sandstone Suites

Restaurants in Amherst

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barra Modern Mexican

Blue Sky Restaurant

Bob Evans

Chick-fil-A

D'Tutanelli's Pizza

De Los Angeles

Hotdog Heaven

Jin House

Olde Town Pizza

Pizza Hut

Quarry Cafe

Quesadilla's Mexican Restaurant

The Brew Kettle (Amherst)

Ziggy's

Cafes in Amherst

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arabica

Starbucks

Cinemas in Amherst

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amherst Cinema

Clinics in Amherst

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akron Children's Hospital - Amherst Health Center

New Vision Collections

Dentists in Amherst

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amherst Dental Associates

Dr. Matthew A. Stempowski

Michael Musengo, DDS

Scott A. Iliff DDS

Gas Stations in Amherst

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GetGo

Marathon

Meijer

Pure

Shell

Speedway

Sunoco

Banks in Amherst

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chase

Fifth Third Bank

Huntington Bank

KeyBank

LorMet Community Federal Credit Union

Gyms in Amherst

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

Golf Courses in Amherst

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FoxCreek Golf & Racquet Club

Breweries in Amherst

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Backstreet Grill and Pub - Elyria	American, Pub Food, Burgers, Restaurant, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Bars & Pubs	656 Sugar Ln	4403657797
Lounge Basils	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Resta	360 W Bridge St	4403229216	Visit
Pub The	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Resta	8741 W Ridge Rd		Visit
T & A Bar & Grill	Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaura	801 Foster Ave
Zodiac Tavern	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants	35325 Center Ridge Rd	4.40E+09

Nursing Homes in Amherst

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
AMHERST MANOR NURSING HOME 175 N LAKE STREET	For profit - Corporation	100	89	5/5	-	4/5	4/5	4409884415

Pharmacies in Amherst

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
DISCOUNT DRUG MART - 2	300 NORTH LEAVITT ROAD	440-984-2439
GIANT EAGLE	2201 KRESGE DRIVE	440-282-7651
RITE AID - 4947	100 SOUTH LEAVITT ROAD	440-988-5832
TARGET	8000 OAK POINT ROAD	440-985-7101

Cell Towers in Amherst

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3710 ADA DR	TOWER	91
3710 ADA DR	TOWER	91
(Wellington (VZW)) 47138 ST RT 18W	TOWER	90
1150 feet NW of the intersection of ST113 and SR60 (63137)	LTOWER	89
351 CENTER ST.	TOWER	88
351 CENTER ST.	TOWER	88
38835 CENTER RIDGE RD.	TOWER	87
38835 CENTER RIDGE RD.	TOWER	87
(Vermillion site) 8155 BAUMHART RD	TOWER	81
8909 GIFFORD RD	TOWER	80
8909 GIFFORD RD	TOWER	80
4691 U.S. Rt. 20	TOWER	79
4691 U.S. Rt. 20 (84603)	LTOWER	79
4691 U.S. Rt. 20	TOWER	79
6802 West River Road	TOWER	61
6802 West River Road	TOWER	61
1100 DOUGLAS DRIVE (73336)	MTOWER	59

Fire Stations in Amherst

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Amherst Fire Department	414 Church ST	Mostly volunteer			440-988-4117

Bridges in Amherst

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1966	37	53,088	G
Culvert	Concrete	1954	34	45,302	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1954	293	41,890	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	161	41,230	F
Culvert	Concrete	1954	38	41,230	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	176	24,015	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	176	24,015	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1966	106	21,485	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1966	106	21,485	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	80	19,498	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	298	16,488	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	298	16,488	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	190	14,104	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1941	37	10,706	F
Culvert	Concrete	1991	22	8,347	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1991	197	7,677	G
Culvert	Steel	1956	30	7,584	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1976	175	7,488	G
Culvert	Concrete	1932	25	7,249	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	133	7,249	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	248	6,907	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1930	40	6,907	F
Slab	Concrete	1900	25	6,765	G
Arch (Deck)	Masonry	1912	40	6,765	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2001	55	6,132	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	78	5,854	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	43	4,153	G
Culvert	Steel	1956	30	2,417	P
Slab	Concrete	1999	30	2,270	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2006	148	1,949	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	220	1,949	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2016	33	1,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	45	1,470	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	38	1,420	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	241	1,378	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1954	194	1,375	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1925	42	951	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1954	196	351	F
Culvert	Concrete	2004	48	200	G

Amtrak Stations in Amherst

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Elyria, OH	410 East River Road	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Amherst

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
LORAIN COUNTY FACILITIES (0247000760)	43502 OBERLIN-ELYRIA RD	LORAIN
LUBRIZOL ADVANCED MATERIALS (0247030004)	550 MOORE RD	LORAIN
STONECO INC.	5103 PEARL RD	LORAIN
STONECO INC.	5103 PEARL RD	LORAIN

Airports Near Amherst

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport	CLE	Large Airport
Burke Lakefront Airport	BKL	Medium Airport
Cuyahoga County Airport	CGF	Medium Airport
Erie-Ottawa International Airport	-	Medium Airport
Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport	MFD	Medium Airport
Aero Lake Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Ashland County Airport	-	Small Airport
Bandit Field Airdrome Airport	-	Small Airport
Boggy Bottoms Airport	-	Small Airport
Canal Fulton Airport	-	Small Airport
Carroll's Airport	-	Small Airport
Columbia Airport	-	Small Airport
Colvin Airport	-	Small Airport
Cottam Airport	-	Small Airport
Crocker Airport	-	Small Airport
D. A. Chandler Airport	-	Small Airport
Dorlon Airpark	-	Small Airport
Double S Farms Airport	-	Small Airport
Dougherty Airport	-	Small Airport
Elyria Airport	-	Small Airport
Essex Airport	-	Small Airport
Galion Municipal Airport	GQQ	Small Airport
Galloway Airport	-	Small Airport
Gorman Airport	-	Small Airport
Gorman-Green Airport	-	Small Airport
Harrow Airport	-	Small Airport
Hilty Field	-	Small Airport
Hinde Airport	-	Small Airport
Horning Airport	-	Small Airport
Jer-Mar Airpark	-	Small Airport
K & D Airways Airport	-	Small Airport
Kelleys Island Land Field	-	Small Airport
Kosik Private Airport	-	Small Airport
Lake Air Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Leamington Airport	-	Small Airport
Lorain County Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
M.C.R. Airport	-	Small Airport
Margos Sky Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Markley Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Mather Field	-	Small Airport
Medina Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Middle Bass Island Airport	-	Small Airport
Middle Bass-East Point Airport	-	Small Airport
Mindzak Airfield	-	Small Airport
Missler-Bellevue Airport	-	Small Airport
Mohican Air Park	-	Small Airport
Mole Airport	-	Small Airport
North Bass Island Airport	-	Small Airport
Norwalk Huron County Airport	-	Small Airport
Ortner Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Amherst

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



Amherst Police Department	911 North Lake Street
Avon Police Department	36145 Detroit Road
Grafton Police Department
Lorain County Justice Center	225 Court St
Lorain County Sheriff
Lorain County Sheriff
Lorain Police Department	200 West Erie Avenue
North Ridgeville Police Department	7070 Ranger Way
North Ridgeville Police Department	7070 Ranger Way
Oberlin Police Department	85 South Main Street
Ohio state patrol post - elyria
South Amherst Police Department	103 West Main Street
Village of Wellington Police

Grocery Stores in Amherst

23 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7580 Leavitt	Convenience Store	7580 Leavitt Rd
A & F Gas Inc	Convenience Store	4935 W Erie Ave
ALDI 67097 67097	Supermarket	2241 Kresge Dr
Amherst Citgo Inc 2	Convenience Store	109 Cleveland Ave
Amherst Citgo Inc. 3	Convenience Store	7499 Leavitt Rd
Discount Drug Mart 2	Other	300 N Leavitt Rd
Dm Mart	Convenience Store	167 Cleveland Ave
Dollar General 15058	Other	7628 S Leavitt Rd
Dollar General 16243	Other	5301 W Erie Ave
Dollar General 16855	Other	1163 Milan Ave
Dollar Tree 3488	Other	2249 Kresge Dr
DOLLARTREE 10791	Other	100 S Leavitt Rd
FriendShip 97	Convenience Store	47505 Cooper Foster
Giant Eagle 0220	Super Store	2201 Kresge Dr
Heart Of Amherst Llc	Convenience Store	979 N Leavitt Rd
Meijer 318	Super Store	5350 Leavitt Rd
Meijer Gas Station 318	Convenience Store	5310 Leavitt Rd
Sheetz 744	Convenience Store	799 N Leavitt Rd
Speedway 9975	Convenience Store	712 N Leavitt Rd
STEVE POLANSKY MKT INC	Other	6703 S Dewey Rd
Target Store 2351	Super Store	8000 Oak Point Rd
Walgreens 6574	Other	5411 Leavitt Rd
West Erie Food Mart	Convenience Store	5375 W Erie Ave

Treatment Centers in Amherst

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
LCADA Way - Adolescent Services	Substance Abuse	440-989-4900
LCADA Way - Mens Services	Substance Abuse	440-989-4900
LCADA Way - Womens Residential Services	Substance Abuse	440-989-4900
Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System - Lorain CBOC	Both	440-934-9158
Pathways Counseling and Growth Center	Mental Health	440-323-5707
Psych and Psych Services	Substance Abuse	440-323-5121
Silver Maple Recovery	Substance Abuse	855-762-7531
Spero Health	Substance Abuse	216-270-7464

DOL Wage Violations in Amherst

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $61,019 in back wages owed to 65 employees.

Violations

$61,019

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Motel 6	-	-	44001	-	2	$33,807	$2,113	16
Butchko Electric	-	-	44001	-	1	$17,883	$596	30
Mattress Warehouse (District 10)	-	-	44001	-	1	$9,301	$517	18
All-In Staffing	-	-	44001	-	1	$29	$29	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amherst

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AMHERST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	210 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD
AMHERST FOURSQUARE CHURCH	780 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD
CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH	111 S LAKE ST
FREEDOM BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 22
FREEDOM HOUSE CHURCH	1240 PARK AVE
GOOD SHEPHERD BAPTIST CHURCH	1100 CLEVELAND AVE
HOPEWOOD RETREAT MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1122
OLD STONE EVANGELICAL CHURCH	553 S MAIN ST
PRODIGAL FATHER PRODUCTIONS INC	PO BOX 372
ST JOSEPHS CHURCH	200 SAINT JOSEPH DR
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	115 CENTRAL DR
THE FRONTLINE NETWORK FOR CHRISTIAN PERFORMING ARTS INC	PO BOX 897
THE RIVER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	210 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD
THE WAY THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE MINISTRIES INC	410 OAKNOLL DR
TRINITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	46485 MIDDLE RIDGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amherst

What is the population of Amherst?

Amherst has a population of 12,796 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,807 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Amherst expensive to live in?

Amherst is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $93,043, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,700 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Amherst safe?

Amherst is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,208 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Amherst receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Amherst?

Amherst has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Amherst?

The job market in Amherst is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,072. There are 6,969 business establishments in the area, including 542 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 9.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Amherst?

The median home value in Amherst is $222,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,999. For renters, the median monthly rent is $832. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 87.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,154.

How are the schools in Amherst?

Schools in Amherst score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.3% of adults in Amherst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Amherst?

The obesity rate in Amherst is 33.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 22.6% are physically inactive. 26.7% of residents report depression. 6.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 95.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,936.

What is transportation like in Amherst?

The average commute in Amherst is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Amherst?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Amherst is 88.8% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.

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