Elyria, Ohio

Population 54,296

Elyria is located in Lorain County, OH. The population is 54,296, making Elyria the 2nd largest city in Lorain County.

There are 14 public schools in Elyria with an average Homefacts rating of C. The total crime rate for Elyria is moderate , and there are 180 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Elyria is very high and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Elyria property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Elyria include Elyria Township, Sheffield Township and North Ridgeville.

Elyria Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Average
  • No High School Diploma: 13.3%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 71.3%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 15.4%

Crime Rate

21.5% Lower than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 91
  • Violent Crimes: 255
  • Robbery: 69
  • Burglary: 385
  • Property Crime: 1
  • Larceny Theft: 1

Registered Offenders

59.15% Higher than national avg.
  • 180 offenders in Elyria
  • 33.15 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

211 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 11
  • Registered Polluters: 26
  • Superfunds: 18
  • Tanks & Spills: 156

Unemployment

Very High 4.5%
  • Ohio unemployment average: 4.3%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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Summary
There are 14 K-12 public schools in Elyria, OH and 5 private schools. Homefacts rates Elyria's schools as Average, with an overall C rating.

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180 Registered Offenders search the registered offender database

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24 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Elyria, OH issued 24 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Elyria, OH issued 17 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $688
  • 1 Bedroom: $797
  • 2 Bedrooms: $972
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,270
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,330

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Environmental Hazards

211 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (362/384)
    Elyria, OH has 94.27% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Elyria, OH is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 3.98 Average
    Elyria, OH is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 26.72°
  • February 29.28°
  • March 39.42°
  • April 50.92°
  • May 61.9°
  • June 69.85°
  • July 74.48°
  • August 71.66°
  • September 64.45°
  • October 53.78°
  • November 43.3°
  • December 32.63°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Elyria, OH

Earthquakes
Elyria, OH has a low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Elyria, OH has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Elyria, OH has a high risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Elyria, OH has a moderate risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Elyria, OH: $40,967

Unemployment

Unemployment in Elyria is 4.5%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 4.3% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 51.64%
White Collar - 48.36%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. John Kasich
  • Sen. Sherrod Brown
  • Sen. Rob Portman

City Representatives

  • Jim Jordan

Neighborhood Info

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