Elyria

OH

Lorain County, Ohio

Population 317K |Median income $73,347 |5 hospitals

Population
317,129
Lorain County
Median Income
$73,347
+8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$223,200
Near average
Median Age
42.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
317K+5%
Median Income
$73,347+42%
Median Home Value
$223,200+59%
Poverty Rate
12.1%-17%
Unemployment
4.3%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$966/mo
Poverty Rate
12.1% -15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28.5%
Work From Home 11.7%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 78%
African American 7.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%
Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.9%
High Blood Pressure
38.8%
Obesity
36.8%
Physical Inactivity
29%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Binge Drinking
15.7%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.5%
Diabetes
14.2%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.2%
Dental Visit 63.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
3
CLEVELAND CLINIC AVON HOSPITAL
AVON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
MERCY ALLEN HOSPITAL
OBERLIN · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS - ELYRIA MEDICAL CENTER
ELYRIA · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★☆
MERCY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
LORAIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Elyria Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Elyria, OH? ▼
Elyria, OH has a population of 317,129 people, located in Lorain County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Elyria? ▼
The median household income in Elyria, OH is $73,347 per year. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
What is the median home value in Elyria? ▼
The median home value in Elyria, OH is $223,200. Median rent is $966/month.
What are the top health concerns in Elyria? ▼
The top health indicators in Elyria include Short Sleep Duration (38.9%), High Blood Pressure (38.8%), Obesity (36.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Elyria? ▼
Elyria has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Elyria? ▼
The median age in Elyria, OH is 42.1 years. 28.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Elyria, OH is located in Lorain County, Ohio. With a population of 317K and a median household income of $73,347, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Elyria area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lorain County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.