Lorain, OH
Ohio · Lorain County · Cleveland Metro
Lorain is a mid-size city in Ohio with a population of 65,207. Residents earn $45,799 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Lorain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Lorain a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lorain receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Lorain has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lorain is $45,799, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lorain is $123,500, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 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.
Safety & Crime
The violent crime rate of 583 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,582 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Lorain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Lorain vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lorain vs U.S. Average
Income: Lorain vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $45,799 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,583 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,723 |
| Gini Index | 0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.0% |
| 69% above 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 | 4.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $123,500 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $156,898 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $165,000 |
| Median List Price | $166,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $165,000 |
| Median List Price | $166,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $122 |
| Homes Sold | 35 |
| Days on Market | 71 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.9% |
| Price Drops | 23.7% |
| Inventory | 131 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $839 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,083 |
| Rent Burden | 31.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $933 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,058 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,279 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,646 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,760 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 55.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 44.2% |
| Housing Units | 30,289 |
| Median Year Built | 1960 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,154 |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.98% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-21)
Health Metrics: Lorain vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.2% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Cancer | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 20.3% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.9% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
| Short Sleep | 43.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Uninsured | 8.8% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,936 |
| Dentists | 1:2,040 |
| Mental Health | 1:447 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Dental Visits | 52.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,275/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 693 |
Crime Rates: Lorain vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 582.8/100K |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Murder | 3.1/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Rape | 30.6/100K |
| Robbery | 53.5/100K |
| Assault | 495.6/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,581.7/100K |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 261.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,164.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 142.3/100K |
| Arson | 13.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 24.2 sq mi (62.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,762/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4388°N, 82.1797°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lorain County County |
| Nearest Airport | Cleveland-Hopkins International (CLE) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 88.2% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
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 |
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 | - | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.3 in |
Lorain has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.7").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 5.7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.3% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,762/sq mi |
| Total Area | 24.2 sq mi |
| County | Lorain County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 79.3% |
| Avg Download Speed | 135.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 13.5 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 693 |
| Restaurants | 542 |
| Retail Stores | 775 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,277 |
| Toddler | $1,147 |
| Preschool | $1,005 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $866 |
| Toddler | $823 |
| Preschool | $758 |
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 |
Colleges & Universities in Lorain
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Institute of Cosmetology | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 69 | - | - | - |
Hospitals in Lorain
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes | (440) 960-4000 |
| CLEAR VISTA HEALTH & WELLNESS | Psychiatric | - | Yes | (440) 960-7960 |
Schools in Lorain
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorain High School | High | 1,722 | 95 | 18.1:1 |
| Horizon Science Academy Lorain (Charter) | Other | 829 | 54 | 15.4:1 |
| Lorain Preparatory Academy (Charter) | Elementary | 516 | - | - |
| Vincent Elementary School | Elementary | 492 | 27 | 18.2:1 |
| General Johnnie Wilson Middle School | Middle | 472 | 27 | 17.5:1 |
| Durling Middle School | Middle | 463 | 23 | 20.1:1 |
| Larkmoor Elementary School | Elementary | 438 | 23 | 19.0:1 |
| Southview Middle School | Middle | 429 | 27 | 15.9:1 |
| Longfellow Middle School | Middle | 390 | 28 | 13.9:1 |
| Clearview High School | High | 386 | 24 | 16.1:1 |
| Stevan Dohanos Elementary School | Elementary | 293 | 16 | 18.3:1 |
| Toni Wofford Morrison ES | Elementary | 286 | 17 | 16.8:1 |
| Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy (Charter) | Elementary | 282 | 21 | 13.4:1 |
| Palm Elementary School | Elementary | 281 | 17 | 16.5:1 |
| Frank Jacinto Elementary | Elementary | 274 | 21 | 13.0:1 |
| Helen Steiner Rice ES | Elementary | 264 | 18 | 14.7:1 |
| Washington Elementary School | Elementary | 259 | 17 | 15.2:1 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | Elementary | 251 | 18 | 13.9:1 |
| Admiral King Elementary School | Elementary | 239 | 17 | 14.1:1 |
| Garfield Elementary School | Elementary | 217 | 15 | 14.5:1 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary (Charter) | Elementary | 142 | 0 | - |
| New Beginnings | High | 120 | 5 | 24.0:1 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle (Charter) | Middle | 96 | 0 | - |
| Summit Academy School - Lorain (Charter) | High | 75 | 6 | 12.5:1 |
| Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain (Charter) | Elementary | 63 | 7 | 9.0:1 |
| Clearview Local Schools | High | 29 | 0 | - |
Radio Stations near Lorain
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| a.m. ambient | ambient, chillout | MP3 256 kbps | |
| XCSB Alternative Media Cleveland | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| KPISS.FM | community radio, freeform | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Friends of 'CSB (Tuner feed of 89.3 FM) | beats, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ScratchVision Radio | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Crossroad Family Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO CLASSIC ROCK .com | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| 100.7 WMMS | rock | AAC | |
| Alt 99.1 Cleveland | alternative | AAC | |
| Unholy Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Lorain
3 campgrounds found near Lorain.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Henry | - | - | Free |
| East Park Campground | - | - | Free |
| The Main Station RV Park | - | - | Free |
National Parks Near Lorain
142 national parks and monuments found near Lorain.
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Punderson 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 Lorain
| 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 | |
| LAKE ERIE JUNIOR NATURE & SCIENCE CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 4408712900 | $1,921,571 | |
| LAKE ERIE NATURE AND SCIENCE CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 28728 WOLF RD | 4408712900 | $1,921,571 |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| COLUMBIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 13648 WEST RIVER RD | ||
| 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 | |
| LAKE ERIE NATURE & SCIENCE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 28728 WOLF ROAD | 4408712900 | |
| 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 | ||
| SCHUELE PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 28728 WOLF ROAD | ||
| 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 Lorain
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LORAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 351 W. SIXTH ST. | 0.0 | 709,280 | |||
| ELYRIA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 320 WASHINGTON AVE. | 0.0 | 416,936 | |||
| AVON LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 32649 ELECTRIC BLVD. | 0.0 | 270,556 | |||
| OBERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 65 S. MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 152,100 | |||
| AMHERST PUBLIC LIBRARY | 221 SPRING ST. | 0.0 | 144,716 | |||
| RITTER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5680 LIBERTY AVE. | 0.0 | 132,236 | |||
| GRAFTON/MIDVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY | 983 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 72,592 |
Farmers Markets in Lorain
| 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 | |||
| Main Street Elyria Farmers Market | 104 Middle Ave. | Visit | |||
| North Union Farmers Market at Crocker park | Crocker Road and Market Street | 04/12/2014 to 12/20/2014 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | 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 |
Hotels in Lorain
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lorain
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lorain
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lorain
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lorain
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lorain
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lorain
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lorain
| 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 | |
| Sibling Revelry Brewing | Brewery Tours, Breweries, Tours, Food & Drink | 29305 Clemens Rd | 4404718589 | 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 Lorain
4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANCHOR LODGE NURSING HOME INC 3756 W ERIE AVE |
For profit - Corporation | 114 | 105 | 5/5 | - | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4402442019 |
| AUTUMN AEGIS NURSING HOME 1130 TOWER BLVD |
For profit - Corporation | 100 | 96 | 3/5 | - | 1/5 | 4/5 | 4402826768 |
| OAK HILLS NURSING CENTER 3650 BEAVERCREST DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 80 | 64 | 3/5 | - | 2/5 | 5/5 | 4402829171 |
| LAKE POINTE HEALTH CARE 3364 KOLBE RD |
For profit - Corporation | 158 | 130 | 2/5 | - | 1/5 | 5/5 | 4402822244 |
Pharmacies in Lorain
10 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 3353 | 3288 OBERLIN AVENUE | 440-282-9189 |
| DISCOUNT DRUG MART - 19 | 2253 COLORADO AVENUE | 440-288-0191 |
| KMART | 5350 LEAVITT ROAD | 440-282-4570 |
| MARC'S | 170 SHEFFIELD CENTER | 440-233-7874 |
| RITE AID - 4683 | 2709 BROADWAY AVENUE | 440-244-1950 |
| RITE AID - 4766 | 2853 GROVE AVENUE | 440-277-6181 |
| SOUTHSIDE PHARMACY | 2811 FULTON ROAD | 440-277-0655 |
| UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFIARS LORAIN COMMUNITY-BASED OUTPATIENT CLINIC | 205 WEST 20TH STREET | 440-244-3833 |
| WALGREENS - 10222 | 2730 BROADWAY AVENUE | 440-244-0593 |
| WALGREENS - 6574 | 5411 LEAVITT ROAD | 440-960-7225 |
Cell Towers in Lorain
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 3710 ADA DR | TOWER | 91 |
| 3710 ADA DR | TOWER | 91 |
| 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 Lorain
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorain Fire Department | 1350 Broadway | Career | 440-204-2220 | ||
| Sheffield Township Fire Department | 4600 Broadway | Volunteer | 440-233-6462 |
Power Plants Near Lorain
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRSTENERGY EDGEWATER | NATURAL GAS STEAM TURBINE; PETROLEUM LIQUIDS | 221112 | -82.2 | RE |
| FIRSTENERGY WEST LORAIN | NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE; PETROLEUM LI | 221112 | -82.3 | OP |
Bridges in Lorain
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1956 | 337 | 45,302 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2015 | 179 | 29,571 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2016 | 179 | 29,571 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2015 | 167 | 29,571 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2016 | 170 | 29,571 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 251 | 18,034 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1939 | 1,704 | 14,500 | F | |
| Movable (Bascule) | Steel | 1939 | 1,053 | 14,477 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1965 | 60 | 9,858 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 172 | 7,821 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1954 | 245 | 5,178 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 229 | 4,687 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 122 | 3,911 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 129 | 3,911 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 310 | 3,911 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1900 | 33 | 3,295 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1955 | 22 | 3,295 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 240 | 983 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Lorain
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elyria, OH | 410 East River Road | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Lorain
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 Lorain
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Hopkins International Airport | CLE | Large Airport |
| Akron Canton Regional Airport | CAK | Medium Airport |
| Akron Fulton International Airport | AKC | Medium 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 |
| 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 |
| Essex/Billing Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Lockeridge 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 |
| Mayfield Airport | - | 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 |
Police Stations in Lorain
13 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst Police Department | 911 North Lake Street | |
| Avon Police Department | 36145 Detroit Road | |
| Bay Village Police | 28000 Wolf 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 |
Grocery Stores in Lorain
49 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-eleven Store No. 19743b | Convenience Store | 3054 Leavitt Rd |
| APPLES (SHEFFIELD CTR) | Super Store | 400 Sheffield Ctr |
| Ayan Inc | Convenience Store | 3155 Pearl Ave |
| Cooper Deli & Grocery | Convenience Store | 1408 Cooper Foster Park Rd W |
| CVS 3353 | Other | 3230 Oberlin Ave |
| Da Petroleum Llc | Convenience Store | 42163 N Ridge Rd |
| Daily Mart | Convenience Store | 1442 Oberlin Ave |
| DAIRY MART 5476 | Convenience Store | 500 E Erie Ave |
| Discount Drug Mart 19 | Other | 2253 Colorado Ave |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 10296 | Other | 4660 Oberlin Ave |
| Dollar General 12759 | Other | 2600 Colorado Ave |
| Dollar General 12868 | Other | 2540 Leavitt Rd |
| Dollar General 17014 | Other | 1673 E 28th St |
| Dollar General 22311 | Other | 4925 Broadway |
| Dollar General 4686 | Other | 1651 Cooper Foster Park Rd |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 530 | Other | 3810 Broadway Ave |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 7807 | Other | 425 W 4th St |
| Dollar Tree 5911 | Other | 2250 Colorado Ave |
| Dollar Tree 7740 | Other | 1083 Meister Rd |
| Dollar Tree 8734 | Other | 115 Sheffield Center |
| Double A Mart | Convenience Store | 4450 Oberlin Ave |
| Family Dollar 0896 | Other | 1564 E 28th St |
| Family Dollar 1716 | Other | 1820 Broadway |
| Family Dollar 4806 | Other | 3817 Oberlin Ave |
| Family Dollar 6401 | Other | 2325 W 21st St |
| Fligners Supermarket | Super Store | 1854 Broadway |
| Hira Inc | Convenience Store | 2803 Broadway |
| HOMETOWN MARKET | Convenience Store | 845 W 22nd St |
| KEY FOODS | Supermarket | 1600 E 28th St |
| Lake Erie Stop Convenience | Convenience Store | 937 E Erie Ave |
| Long Avenue Market | Convenience Store | 1806 Long Ave |
| Lorain 301 | Convenience Store | 6432 Middle Ridge Rd |
| Lorain Grocery Outlet 811 | Supermarket | 4415 Leavitt Rd |
| MARC'S 26 | Supermarket | 170 Sheffield Ctr |
| Mario Food Inc | Convenience Store | 3352 Elyria Ave |
| Mid City Pure Inc | Convenience Store | 3217 Oberlin Ave |
| N & M Real Estate | Convenience Store | 1161 N Ridge Rd E |
| Pearl Road Exxon | Convenience Store | 5411 Pearl Ave |
| Pure Gas | Convenience Store | 228 Erie Ave |
| Raceway Pure Gas | Convenience Store | 3040 Oberlin Ave |
| Save A Lot 21747 | Supermarket | 405 W 4th St |
| Shaks Corner | Convenience Store | 2009 W 21st St |
| Solidarity Urban Farms NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 336 W 14th St |
| SOUTH SIDE MARKET | Grocery Store | 2811 Fulton Rd |
| Sunoco-hop In | Convenience Store | 3105 Oberlin Ave |
| Tower Shell | Convenience Store | 1150 Tower Blvd |
| Vidhi & Ayan LLC | Convenience Store | 2625 W Erie Ave |
| Walgreens 10222 | Other | 2730 Broadway |
| Walmart Supercenter 1839 | Super Store | 4380 Leavitt Rd |
Post Offices in Lorain
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lorain Post Office | 439 West 4th Street |
Treatment Centers in Lorain
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 Lorain
19 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $231,779 in back wages owed to 298 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvarado Landscaping | - | - | 44053 | - | 1 | $36,179 | $3,015 | 12 |
| MPW INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, INC. | - | MPW Industrial Services, Inc. | 44055 | All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services | 1 | $34,000 | $756 | 45 |
| Horizon Science Academy of Lorain | - | - | 44052 | - | 1 | $25,314 | $3,164 | 8 |
| The American Eagle Mortgage Company | - | - | 44053 | - | 1 | $18,506 | $740 | 25 |
| 28th Street Auto Repair and More! | - | - | 44055 | - | 1 | $18,270 | $1,075 | 17 |
| Trade Mark Global | - | - | 44053 | - | 1 | $15,811 | $251 | 63 |
| The Morning Journal | - | - | 44052 | - | 1 | $15,565 | $432 | 36 |
| Arts Academy | - | - | 44053 | - | 1 | $13,634 | $1,363 | 10 |
| Energy One | - | - | 44052 | - | 1 | $13,216 | $1,201 | 11 |
| Dick Esser Plumbing & Heating, Inc. | - | - | 44052 | - | 1 | $12,679 | $906 | 14 |
| Rapha Academy Fresh Start Childcare Center | - | - | 44055 | - | 1 | $8,669 | $1,239 | 7 |
| LUCAS PLUMBING & HEATING INC. [OSHA] | - | - | 44053 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | 1 | $8,637 | $1,080 | 8 |
| Dairy Mart | - | - | 44053 | - | 1 | $5,000 | $263 | 19 |
| Jump at the Sun Early Learning Center | - | - | 44053 | - | 1 | $2,747 | $229 | 12 |
| Ohio Pet Placement | - | - | 44055 | - | 1 | $1,498 | $749 | 2 |
| Vision Learning Center | - | - | 44055 | - | 1 | $865 | $433 | 2 |
| TVP Realty Management | - | - | 44052 | - | 1 | $666 | $333 | 2 |
| United Property Management Company | - | - | 44052 | - | 1 | $446 | $112 | 4 |
| CAMACO LORAIN MANUFACTURING [OSHA] | - | - | 44052 | All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing | 1 | $77 | $77 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lorain
67 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGUDATH BNAI ISRAEL CONGREGATION OF LORAIN OHIO | 1715 MEISTER RD |
| BETHEL CHAPEL | 4065 BROADWAY |
| BEYTH HAK-KEREM TRUST 1 | 4125 LEAVITT RD |
| CALVARY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF LORAIN | PO BOX 2002 |
| CATHEDRAL OF PRAISE | 4545 ELYRIA AVE |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH | 4501 CLINTON AVE |
| CHRISTIAN KINGDOM INTERNATIONAL CHURCH | 423 WASHINGTON AVE |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH | 3559 W ERIE AVE |
| CHRISTIAN TEMPLE DISCIPLES OF CHRIST | 940 W 5TH ST |
| CHURCH OF ST PETER | 3655 OBERLIN AVE |
| CHURCH ON THE NORTH COAST | 4125 LEAVITT RD |
| COMPASSION BAPTIST CHURCH | 930 OBERLIN AVE |
| COMPASSION PROJECT INC | 930 OBERLIN AVE |
| DELAWARE AVENUE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH INC | 400 W 6TH ST |
| FAIRFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH | 2002 E 28TH ST |
| FEED MY LAMBS INC | 3720 BROADWAY |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH | 1510 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD W |
| FIRST COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD | 3334 WILSON ST |
| FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH | 1019 W 5TH ST |
| FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH OF LORAIN OHIO | 2160 REEVES AVE |
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UFO Sightings Near Lorain
11 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Lorain.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lorain, OH | 2013 | 8 crafts or whatever, proceeding W to E along Lake Erie shore line, red, silent, with varying speeds, but generally in formation. |
| Lorain, OH | 2011 | Seen the craft flying eastbound over the West side of the city of Lorain. The craft was seen for approximately 15sec before disappearin |
| Lorain, OH | 2010 | big orange ball floating steady through the sky in Ohio on July 4, 2010 |
| Lorain, OH | 2008 | I was behind my house, having a cigarette on the patio around our pool. I casually looked in the sky as I normally do, and noticed a ve |
| Lorain, OH | 2006 | I saw different colored lights in the sky southeast of me |
| Lorain, OH | 2003 | Crazy light beams in west cleveland area |
| Lorain, OH | 2002 | UFO near Cleveland Ohio, evening of 2/12/02. |
| Lorain, OH | 1999 | Lorain, OH UFO emerges out of Lake Erie |
| Lorian, OH | 1999 | I WAS WORKING 2ND SHIFT, GOT OFF AT 2:00 WENT DOWN TO LAKE ERIE FOR SOME WALLEY FISHING.HAD ONLY BEEN THERE FOR 10 OR 15 MINUTES. NOW M |
| Lorain, OH | 1985 | Circlear object appeared to be spinning Blue gray metal appeared to be glowing. |
| Lorain, OH | 1984 | can't be any ship we can build?? |
Historic Markers Near Lorain
7 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Lorain.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Lorain West Breakwater Lighthouse / Saving the Lorain Lighthouse | Marker is on Lakeside Landing’s Mile Long Pier’s parking lot north of Lakeside Avenue and Colorado Avenue, on the left when traveling north. |
| General Quincy Adams Gillmore | Marker can be reached from the intersection of West Erie Avenue (U.S. 6) and Parkview Avenue. |
| Lorain Station 100 | Marker can be reached from Black River Lane near East Erie Avenue. |
| Shipbuilding | Lorain's First Industry. Marker can be reached from East Marina Drive south of Colorado Avenue. |
| Helen Steiner Rice | Marker is on West Erie Avenue (U.S. 6) east of North Leavitt Road (Ohio Route 58), on the left when traveling east. |
| The Lorain Tornado, 1924 | Marker is on Black River Lane south of Erie Avenue (U.S. 6). |
| Founding of Lorain, Ohio | Marker is at the intersection of Lakeside Avenue and Alabama Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Lakeside Avenue. |
Haunted Places Near Lorain
1 reported haunted locations found near Lorain.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Oberlin | New Union Center for the Arts - strange voices when building is empty, ghost appear from thin air, objects moving from one room to another. There are all just some of the things that happen in this old building. |
Frequently Asked Questions About Lorain
What is the population of Lorain?
Lorain has a population of 65,207 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 2,762 people per square mile, spread across 24.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
Is Lorain expensive to live in?
Lorain 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 $45,799, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,500 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $839 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.
Is Lorain safe?
The violent crime rate in Lorain is 583 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,582 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lorain receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Lorain?
Lorain 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. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches, with 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.
How is the job market in Lorain?
The unemployment rate in Lorain is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. 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 25 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Lorain?
The median home value in Lorain is $123,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,898. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $165,000, with homes typically selling within 71 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $839. Fair market rent is $1,058 for a 1-bedroom and $1,279 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,154.
How are the schools in Lorain?
Schools in Lorain score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.3% of adults in Lorain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Lorain?
The obesity rate in Lorain is 42.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.3% of adults are smokers. 37.9% are physically inactive. 26.7% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 95.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,936.
What is transportation like in Lorain?
The average commute in Lorain is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Lorain?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Lorain is 58.3% White, 17.2% Black or African American, 27.4% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Asian. 83.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 15% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.
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