Conneaut Lake, PA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $47,500

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $126,300

55% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.9%

44% lower than US avg

Median Rent $775

33% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.3%

36% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.9%

12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population546

Median Age42.5 yrs

Density1,437/mi²

Male / Female52% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans9.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$47,500

Per Capita$30,631

Unemployment2.3%

Poverty10.9%

County GDP$3,665M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$126,300

Rent$775

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$216,541

Housing Units277

Rent Burden29.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain41.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,111 ft (339 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+18.9%

High School+97.8%

Graduate+2.9%

School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute21 min

Broadband88.6%

Libraries9

Is Conneaut Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conneaut Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Conneaut Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Conneaut Lake is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Conneaut Lake is $126,300, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Conneaut Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Conneaut Lake has a population of 546 with a density of 1,437 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (91%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

546

Total Population

1,437

People / sq mi

42.5yrs

Median Age

9% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%

Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Conneaut Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Conneaut Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conneaut Lake is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,631 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $972, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,130 business establishments, including 183 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Conneaut Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,500
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,631
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$58,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.3%
	36% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.9%
	12% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,130
County GDP	$3,665M

Business (County)

Restaurants	183
Healthcare	217
Retail	288
Manufacturing	257

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,914
	40% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.2 min
Drive Alone	73.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Conneaut Lake is $126,300, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,541, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 277 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1952. The average annual property tax is $4,914 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$126,300
	55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$216,541

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$775
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$900
1 Bedroom	$996
2 Bedrooms	$1,225
3 Bedrooms	$1,570
4 Bedrooms	$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	61.1%
Housing Units	277
Median Year Built	1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,914
	40% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.89%

Conneaut Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°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 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,111 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	48.6°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.4 inches
	9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,111 ft (339 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	1,437/sq mi
Coordinates	41.6027°N, 80.3094°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Crawford County County
County FIPS	42039

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	2.4 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-4°C)	2.3 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	3.1 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.4 in
May	56°F (14°C)	3.8 in
June	65°F (18°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
July	71°F (21°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	4.2 in
September	61°F (16°C)	4.2 in
October	50°F (10°C)	3.5 in
November	40°F (5°C)	3.9 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.4 in

Conneaut Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 25°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.3").

Conneaut Lake is located in Crawford County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.2% of the vote, a 39.3-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet access. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 217 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%

D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.9%
	44% below US avg
High School+	97.8%
Graduate Degree+	2.9%
School Test Score	5.95

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,437/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi
County	Crawford County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.6%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	217
Restaurants	183
Retail Stores	288

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.2 min
Drive Alone	73.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Conneaut Lake

What is the population of Conneaut Lake?

Conneaut Lake has a population of 546 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,437 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Conneaut Lake expensive to live in?

Conneaut Lake has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $126,300 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Conneaut Lake?

Conneaut Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Conneaut Lake?

The job market in Conneaut Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $972. There are 2,130 business establishments in the area, including 183 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 21.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Conneaut Lake?

The median home value in Conneaut Lake is $126,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,541. For renters, the median monthly rent is $775. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $4,914.

How are the schools in Conneaut Lake?

Schools in Conneaut Lake score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.9% of adults in Conneaut Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Conneaut Lake?

The average commute in Conneaut Lake is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Conneaut Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Conneaut Lake is 91% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.3% of the population are military veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability. 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

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