Sheffield Lake, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Lorain County County
Sheffield Lake, OH
At a Glance
How Sheffield Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sheffield Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sheffield Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sheffield Lake residents earn a median household income of $62,065 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,518. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,969 business establishments, including 542 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sheffield Lake is $153,400 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,794. Median rent is $1,014/month, with 22.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Sheffield Lake reports 223 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 468/100K.
Education
19.1% of adults in Sheffield Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sheffield Lake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.