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Lorain, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lorain is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 509. Residents earn $52,727 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
509 Population 1,497/sq mi density
$52,727 Median Income $32,701 per capita
$58,300 Home Value
$820 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,727 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,300 home value, $820/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,727
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population509
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,497/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,727
Per Capita$32,701
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,300
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units359
Rent Burden24.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,469 ft (448 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute15 min
Broadband84.2%
Libraries14

Is Lorain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorain receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lorain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lorain is $52,727, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lorain is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% 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 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lorain has a population of 509 with a density of 1,497 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

509
Total Population
1,497
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lorain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorain is $52,727, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Lorain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,727
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,701
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lorain is $58,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,300
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$58
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units359
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate7.98%
Lorain has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,469 ft (448 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,497/sq mi
Coordinates40.2960°N, 78.8961°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,497/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Nearby Cities

Oakland CDP (Cambria County), PA 1,732 pop · 1.0 mi Belmont, PA 2,624 pop · 1.2 mi Dale, PA 1,295 pop · 1.2 mi Geistown, PA 2,512 pop · 1.2 mi Ferndale, PA 1,537 pop · 1.3 mi Riverside, PA 1,985 pop · 1.6 mi Southmont, PA 2,127 pop · 2.2 mi Johnstown, PA 18,245 pop · 2.4 mi Elim, PA 3,828 pop · 2.6 mi Franklin, PA 6,026 pop · 3.2 mi Brownstown, PA 3,482 pop · 3.4 mi Westmont, PA 4,893 pop · 3.4 mi Westwood CDP (Cambria County), PA 1,590 pop · 4.0 mi University of Pittsburgh Johnstown, PA 1,394 pop · 4.2 mi
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