Oberlin, Ohio

Population 8,288

Oberlin is located in Lorain County, OH. The population is 8,288, making Oberlin the 8th largest city in Lorain County.

There are 7 public schools in Oberlin with an average Homefacts rating of B. The total crime rate for Oberlin is moderate , and there are 18 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Oberlin is very high and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Oberlin property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Oberlin include New Russia Township, Pittsfield Township and South Amherst.

Oberlin Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Very good
  • No High School Diploma: 6.5%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 47.6%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 45.8%

Crime Rate

9.89% Lower than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 12
  • Violent Crimes: 193
  • Robbery: 84
  • Burglary: 373
  • Property Crime: 2
  • Larceny Theft: 1

Registered Offenders

37.64% Higher than national avg.
  • 18 offenders in Oberlin
  • 21.72 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

39 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 2
  • Registered Polluters: 1
  • Superfunds: 1
  • Tanks & Spills: 35

Unemployment

Very High 4.7%
  • Ohio unemployment average: 4.3%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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7 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 7 K-12 public schools in Oberlin, OH and 0 private schools. Homefacts rates Oberlin's schools as Very good, with an overall B rating.

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18 Registered Offenders search the registered offender database

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3 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Oberlin, OH issued 3 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Oberlin, OH issued 2 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: $650
  • 1 Bedroom: $750
  • 2 Bedrooms: $920
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,200
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,260

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Environmental Hazards

39 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (362/384)
    Oberlin, OH has 94.27% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Oberlin, OH is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 3.98 Average
    Oberlin, 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 Oberlin, OH

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

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Oberlin, OH: $51,404

Unemployment

Unemployment in Oberlin is 4.7%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 4.3% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 34.27%
White Collar - 65.73%

Politics

State Representatives

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

City Representatives

  • Jim Jordan

Neighborhood Info

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Nearest Major Airports

8 FCC Towers view all

1 Fire Station view all

1 Hospital view all

1 Library view all

2 Police Stations view all

2 Retirement Homes view all

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