Lorain, OH

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Lorain Overview

65,138
TOTAL POPULATION
31,755
MALE POPULATION
33,383
FEMALE POPULATION
95.12
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,637
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,457
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,562
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,769
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
28,872
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lorain Zip Codes

Lorain Area Codes

Race in Lorain

The most populous races in Lorain are White / Caucasian (40,695 | 62.5%), Hispanic or Latino (18,364 | 28.2%), and Black / African American (10,891 | 16.7%).
Race in Lorain
Race# Population% Population
Asian4120.6%
Black / African American10,89116.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific110.0%
Hispanic or Latino18,36428.2%
Native / Alaskan3760.6%
White / Caucasian40,69562.5%
Two or more Races9,75215.0%
Some other Race3,0014.6%
Total65,138100.0%

Ancestry in Lorain

The most populous ancestries reported in Lorain are Puerto Rican (13,976 | 21.5%), German (8,408 | 12.9%), Irish (6,083 | 9.3%), American (4,515 | 6.9%), and Polish (4,136 | 6.4%), together accounting for 57.0% of all Lorain residents.
Ancestry in Lorain
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3870.6%
American4,5156.9%
Arab2170.3%
Argentinean160.0%
Austrian760.1%
Belgian60.0%
Bhutanese450.1%
Blackfeet780.1%
British1070.2%
Bulgarian1130.2%
Burmese350.1%
Canadian70.0%
Central American2920.4%
Central American Indian4410.7%
Cherokee3930.6%
Costa Rican1260.2%
Creek320.1%
Croatian2430.4%
Cuban3980.6%
Czech1090.2%
Czechoslovakian1190.2%
Dominican270.0%
Dutch2960.4%
Eastern European1070.2%
Ecuadorian260.0%
Egyptian20.0%
English3,0964.8%
Ethiopian20.0%
European2150.3%
Finnish440.1%
French9561.5%
French American Indian90.0%
French Canadian290.0%
German8,40812.9%
Greek2170.3%
Guatemalan10.0%
Honduran1020.2%
Hungarian2,0633.2%
Indian (Asian)780.1%
Iraqi170.0%
Irish6,0839.3%
Iroquois120.0%
Italian3,7365.7%
Jordanian50.0%
Korean1470.2%
Lebanese1010.2%
Lithuanian350.1%
Macedonian1230.2%
Mexican3,2575.0%
Mexican American Indian170.0%
Native Hawaiian110.0%
Nigerian1250.2%
Northern European110.0%
Norwegian550.1%
Panamanian200.0%
Pennsylvania German200.0%
Peruvian230.0%
Polish4,1366.4%
Portuguese30.0%
Puerto Rican13,97621.5%
Romanian1320.2%
Russian2210.3%
Salvadoran430.1%
Scotch-Irish1250.2%
Scottish4630.7%
Serbian1270.2%
Sioux60.0%
Slavic110.0%
Slovak7811.2%
Slovene1930.3%
South American1930.3%
Spaniard600.1%
Spanish910.1%
Sri Lankan220.0%
Subsaharan African5140.8%
Swedish1230.2%
Syrian200.0%
Thai930.1%
Ukrainian2020.3%
Venezuelan1280.2%
Welsh3430.5%
West Indian1030.2%
Yugoslavian440.1%
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Immigrants in Lorain

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lorain came from Latin America (804 | 1.2%), Central America (587 | 0.9%), Europe (504 | 0.8%), Asia (351 | 0.5%), and Mexico (348 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Lorain residents.
Immigrants in Lorain
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa270.0%
Argentina20.0%
Asia3510.5%
Bangladesh1940.3%
Bosnia and Herzegovina80.0%
Bulgaria630.1%
Canada620.1%
Caribbean480.1%
Central America5870.9%
China320.1%
Costa Rica1260.2%
Croatia190.0%
Cuba70.0%
Dominican Republic270.0%
Eastern Asia320.1%
Eastern Europe3060.5%
Ecuador260.0%
England110.0%
Europe5040.8%
France60.0%
Germany340.1%
Greece300.1%
Guatemala100.0%
Haiti140.0%
Honduras880.1%
Hungary300.1%
India130.0%
Italy500.1%
Kuwait40.0%
Latin America8041.2%
Lebanon160.0%
Mexico3480.5%
Nigeria270.0%
North Macedonia120.0%
Northern Europe410.1%
Panama150.0%
Peru230.0%
Philippines50.0%
Poland740.1%
Romania290.0%
South America1690.3%
South Central Asia2070.3%
South Eastern Asia720.1%
Southern Europe1170.2%
Spain370.1%
Syria200.0%
Ukraine370.1%
Venezuela1180.2%
Vietnam670.1%
Western Africa270.0%
Western Asia400.1%
Western Europe400.1%
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Sex and Age in Lorain

Sex and Age in Lorain

The most populous age groups in Lorain are 55 to 59 Years (2,578 | 8.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,585 | 7.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lorain
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,460 (7.7%)2,487 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Years2,258 (7.1%)2,363 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Years2,271 (7.1%)1,508 (4.5%)
15 to 19 Years2,382 (7.5%)2,030 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,663 (5.2%)2,304 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years2,501 (7.9%)2,191 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years1,610 (5.1%)1,856 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years1,787 (5.6%)2,431 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Years1,941 (6.1%)1,731 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years1,812 (5.7%)2,006 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years1,871 (5.9%)1,808 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years2,578 (8.1%)2,240 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years1,636 (5.1%)2,585 (7.7%)
65 to 69 Years1,938 (6.1%)1,900 (5.7%)
70 to 74 Years1,191 (3.7%)1,296 (3.9%)
75 to 79 Years873 (2.8%)864 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years504 (1.6%)988 (3.0%)
85 Years and over479 (1.5%)795 (2.4%)
Total31,755 (100.0%)33,383 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lorain

Median Family Size in Lorain

The median family size in Lorain is 3.18 persons per family, with single female/mother families (5,159 | 34.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,487 | 9.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.92 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lorain
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple8,438 (55.9%)3.16
Single Male/Father1,487 (9.9%)2.92
Single Female/Mother5,159 (34.2%)3.28
Total Families15,084 (100.0%)3.18

Median Household Size in Lorain

The median household size in Lorain is 2.40 persons per household, with single female/mother households (5,159 | 19.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.57 persons per household. non-family households (11,792 | 43.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lorain
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple8,438 (31.4%)3.19
Single Male/Father1,487 (5.5%)3.53
Single Female/Mother5,159 (19.2%)3.57
Non-family11,792 (43.9%)1.18
Total Households26,876 (100.0%)2.40

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lorain

Out of a total of 26,876 households in Lorain, 15,084 (56.1%) are family households, while 11,792 (43.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,991, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10,145.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lorain
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-10,145 (37.8%)
2-Person Households5,991 (22.3%)1,439 (5.3%)
3-Person Households4,219 (15.7%)176 (0.6%)
4-Person Households2,583 (9.6%)13 (0.1%)
5-Person Households1,529 (5.7%)19 (0.1%)
6-Person Households419 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households343 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total15,084 (56.1%)11,792 (43.9%)

Female Fertility in Lorain

Fertility by Age in Lorain

Average fertility rate in Lorain is 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 155.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lorain
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years12 (0.9%)6.0
20 to 34 years986 (76.7%)155.0
35 to 50 years288 (22.4%)44.0
Total1,286 (100.0%)86.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lorain

34.5% of women with births (1,286) in Lorain are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 18.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lorain
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years208 (21.1%)778 (78.9%)
35 to 50 years236 (81.9%)52 (18.1%)
Total444 (34.5%)842 (65.5%)

Fertility by Education in Lorain

Average fertility rate in Lorain is 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 211.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 42.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lorain
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School247 (19.2%)81.0
High School Diploma548 (42.6%)118.0
College or Associate's Degree358 (27.8%)63.0
Bachelor's Degree27 (2.1%)26.0
Graduate Degree106 (8.2%)211.0
Total1,286 (100.0%)86.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lorain

65.5% of women with births in Lorain are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 90.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lorain
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School60 (24.3%)187 (75.7%)
High School Diploma50 (9.1%)498 (90.9%)
College or Associate's Degree201 (56.1%)157 (43.9%)
Bachelor's Degree27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total444 (34.5%)842 (65.5%)

Income in Lorain

Income Overview in Lorain

Per Capita Income in Lorain is $25,637, while median incomes of families and households are $60,457 and $46,562 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income65,138$25,637
Median Family Income15,084$60,457
Mean Family Income15,084$73,193
Median Household Income26,876$46,562
Mean Household Income26,876$60,021
Income Deficit15,084$11,769
Wage / Income Gap (%)65,13828.90%
Wage / Income Gap ($)65,13871.10¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index65,1380.47

Earnings by Sex in Lorain

Average Earnings in Lorain are $34,468, $41,839 for men and $29,748 for women, a difference of 28.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Lorain
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male14,391 (48.8%)$41,839
Female15,122 (51.2%)$29,748
Total29,513 (100.0%)$34,468

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lorain

The most common earnings brackets in Lorain are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,550 | 10.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (1,368 | 9.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lorain
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less381 (2.6%)741 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,999579 (4.0%)502 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499313 (2.2%)836 (5.5%)
$7,500 to $9,999448 (3.1%)391 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499505 (3.5%)753 (5.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999364 (2.5%)646 (4.3%)
$15,000 to $17,499321 (2.2%)822 (5.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999254 (1.8%)479 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,499324 (2.2%)585 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999468 (3.3%)588 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999918 (6.4%)1,280 (8.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,146 (8.0%)1,368 (9.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999686 (4.8%)941 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,182 (8.2%)896 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,294 (9.0%)862 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999872 (6.1%)983 (6.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,103 (7.7%)822 (5.4%)
$65,000 to $74,999792 (5.5%)557 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,550 (10.8%)669 (4.4%)
$100,000+891 (6.2%)401 (2.6%)
Total14,391 (100.0%)15,122 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lorain

Average earnings in Lorain are $45,332 for men and $33,913 for women, a difference of 25.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,903, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,003. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,595, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,289.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lorain
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$29,003$28,289
High School Diploma$42,799$28,388
College or Associate's Degree$48,606$35,838
Bachelor's Degree$64,274$52,610
Graduate Degree$81,903$55,595
Total$45,332$33,913

Family Income in Lorain

Family Income Brackets in Lorain

According to the Lorain family income data, there are 2,941 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.5% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 317 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lorain
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001,3739.1%
$10,000 to $14,9997244.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991,0717.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991,1777.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991,88612.5%
$50,000 to $74,9992,94119.5%
$75,000 to $99,9992,30815.3%
$100,000 to $149,9992,27815.1%
$150,000 to $199,9999966.6%
$200,000+3172.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lorain

4-person families (2,237 | 14.8%) account for the highest median family income in Lorain with $65,508 per family, while 2-person families (6,886 | 45.7%) have the highest median income of $29,789 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lorain
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families6,886 (45.7%)$59,578
3-Person Families4,012 (26.6%)$63,355
4-Person Families2,237 (14.8%)$65,508
5-Person Families1,326 (8.8%)$53,281
6-Person Families406 (2.7%)$63,712
7+ Person Families217 (1.4%)$0
Total15,084 (100.0%)$60,457

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lorain

The median family income in Lorain is $60,457, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,148) having the highest median family income of $109,412, while families with no earners (3,370) have the lowest median family income of $26,008, accounting for 7.6% and 22.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lorain
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3,370 (22.3%)$26,008
1 Earner5,685 (37.7%)$46,167
2 Earners4,881 (32.4%)$90,485
3+ Earners1,148 (7.6%)$109,412
Total15,084 (100.0%)$60,457

Household Income in Lorain

Household Income Brackets in Lorain

With 4,676 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lorain, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 376 households (1.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lorain
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,6349.8%
$10,000 to $14,9992,76810.3%
$15,000 to $24,9992,6349.8%
$25,000 to $34,9992,6349.8%
$35,000 to $49,9993,68213.7%
$50,000 to $74,9994,67617.4%
$75,000 to $99,9993,57513.3%
$100,000 to $149,9992,68810.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991,2094.5%
$200,000+3761.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lorain

The median household income in Lorain is $46,562, with the highest median household income of $51,690 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 10,179 households (37.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,157, with 1,251 households (4.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lorain
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,251 (4.6%)$28,157
25 to 44 Years8,437 (31.4%)$49,208
45 to 64 Years10,179 (37.9%)$51,690
65+ Years7,009 (26.1%)$37,971
Total26,876 (100.0%)$46,562

Poverty in Lorain

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lorain

With 24.6% poverty level for males and 30.3% for females among the residents of Lorain, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 367 males (64.3%) and 1,425 females (59.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lorain
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,064 (44.8%)1,425 (59.4%)
5 Years367 (64.3%)95 (26.2%)
6 to 11 Years1,020 (42.7%)1,009 (42.1%)
12 to 14 Years512 (33.6%)295 (37.3%)
15 Years217 (36.1%)178 (49.6%)
16 and 17 Years183 (22.1%)222 (25.5%)
18 to 24 Years400 (15.3%)953 (30.7%)
25 to 34 Years730 (17.8%)1,454 (35.9%)
35 to 44 Years689 (18.5%)1,101 (26.5%)
45 to 54 Years733 (20.0%)672 (17.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,051 (25.3%)1,240 (25.8%)
65 to 74 Years358 (11.6%)721 (23.0%)
75 Years and over402 (22.6%)574 (22.3%)
Total7,726 (24.6%)9,939 (30.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lorain

According to the poverty statistics in Lorain, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 88.4% of males and 82.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lorain
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,309 (55.2%)974 (40.6%)
5 Years204 (35.7%)267 (73.8%)
6 to 11 Years1,369 (57.3%)1,386 (57.9%)
12 to 14 Years1,010 (66.4%)496 (62.7%)
15 Years384 (63.9%)181 (50.4%)
16 and 17 Years645 (77.9%)648 (74.5%)
18 to 24 Years2,216 (84.7%)2,152 (69.3%)
25 to 34 Years3,381 (82.2%)2,593 (64.1%)
35 to 44 Years3,025 (81.5%)3,061 (73.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,941 (80.0%)3,142 (82.4%)
55 to 64 Years3,112 (74.8%)3,560 (74.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,718 (88.4%)2,412 (77.0%)
75 Years and over1,380 (77.4%)1,995 (77.7%)
Total23,694 (75.4%)22,867 (69.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lorain

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lorain show that 7.9% or 669 of the total 8,438 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 38.5%, comprising of 52 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.9%, which includes 134 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lorain
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children4,880 (92.8%)381 (7.2%)
1 or 2 Children2,121 (94.1%)134 (5.9%)
3 or 4 Children685 (87.0%)102 (13.0%)
5 or more Children83 (61.5%)52 (38.5%)
Total7,769 (92.1%)669 (7.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lorain

According to the poverty data in Lorain, 22.4% or 333 single-father households and 46.7% or 2,407 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 households (72.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 69 households (85.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lorain
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children153 (18.8%)130 (8.1%)
1 or 2 Children100 (17.8%)1,346 (58.6%)
3 or 4 Children80 (72.1%)862 (73.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)69 (85.2%)
Total333 (22.4%)2,407 (46.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lorain

The poverty data for Lorain shows that 669 of the married-couple family households (7.9%) and 2,740 of the single-parent households (41.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 households (38.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 69 household (85.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lorain
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children381 (7.2%)283 (11.7%)
1 or 2 Children134 (5.9%)1,446 (50.5%)
3 or 4 Children102 (13.0%)942 (73.0%)
5 or more Children52 (38.5%)69 (85.2%)
Total669 (7.9%)2,740 (41.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Lorain

Employment by Class of Employer in Lorain

Among the 26,355 employed individuals in Lorain, private company employees (20,583 | 78.1%), local government employees (1,917 | 7.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,667 | 6.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lorain
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees20,58378.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3321.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6602.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,6676.3%
Local Government Employees1,9177.3%
State Government Employees6222.4%
Federal Government Employees5702.2%
Unpaid Family Workers40.0%
Total26,355100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lorain

According to the labor force statistics for Lorain, out of the total population over 16 years of age (50,831), 56.8% or 28,872 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 1,790 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 78.2% or 2,710 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.9% or 176 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lorain
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,781 (51.6%)176 (9.9%)
20 to 24 Years3,003 (75.7%)147 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Years3,514 (74.9%)141 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years2,710 (78.2%)173 (6.4%)
35 to 44 Years6,067 (76.9%)364 (6.0%)
45 to 54 Years5,690 (75.9%)421 (7.4%)
55 to 59 Years2,992 (62.1%)242 (8.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,718 (40.7%)40 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,164 (18.4%)97 (8.3%)
75 Years and over216 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total28,872 (56.8%)1,790 (6.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lorain

According to labor force statistics for Lorain, 69.6% of individuals (22,678) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (32,584) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 1,383 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.0% or 3,580 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 24.6% or 575 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lorain
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,336 (53.2%)1,080 (24.6%)
High School Diploma7,444 (63.4%)446 (3.8%)
College / Associate Degree9,325 (75.3%)632 (5.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,580 (88.0%)61 (1.5%)
Total22,678 (69.6%)1,988 (6.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lorain

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lorain are Management (1,890 | 7.0%), Community & Social Service (1,812 | 6.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,599 | 5.9%), Health Technologists (927 | 3.4%), and Business & Financial (914 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lorain

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lorain, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (76.6%), Computers & Mathematics (69.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (83.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (82.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lorain
OccupationMaleFemale
Management848 (44.9%)1,042 (55.1%)
Business & Financial238 (26.0%)676 (74.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science570 (67.7%)272 (32.3%)
Computers & Mathematics235 (69.7%)102 (30.3%)
Architecture & Engineering229 (76.6%)70 (23.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science106 (51.5%)100 (48.5%)
Community & Social Service 511 (28.2%)1,301 (71.8%)
Education, Arts & Media167 (30.5%)380 (69.5%)
Legal Services & Support60 (39.7%)91 (60.3%)
Education Instruction & Library160 (17.8%)740 (82.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment124 (57.9%)90 (42.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating281 (17.6%)1,318 (82.4%)
Health Technologists157 (16.9%)770 (83.1%)
Total (Category)2,448 (34.7%)4,609 (65.3%)
Total (Overall)13,059 (48.3%)13,993 (51.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lorain are Food Preparation & Serving (2,457 | 9.1%), Healthcare Support (1,764 | 6.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (962 | 3.6%), Personal Care & Service (706 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (652 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Lorain

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lorain, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (95.9%), Security & Protection (80.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (65.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.1%), Personal Care & Service (69.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lorain
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support316 (17.9%)1,448 (82.1%)
Security & Protection522 (80.1%)130 (19.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention221 (65.4%)117 (34.6%)
Law Enforcement301 (95.9%)13 (4.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving907 (36.9%)1,550 (63.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance576 (59.9%)386 (40.1%)
Personal Care & Service216 (30.6%)490 (69.4%)
Total (Category)2,537 (38.8%)4,004 (61.2%)
Total (Overall)13,059 (48.3%)13,993 (51.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lorain are Office & Administration (3,158 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (2,465 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lorain

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lorain
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related919 (37.3%)1,546 (62.7%)
Office & Administration955 (30.2%)2,203 (69.8%)
Total (Category)1,874 (33.3%)3,749 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)13,059 (48.3%)13,993 (51.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lorain are Construction & Extraction (1,094 | 4.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (874 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (17 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lorain

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lorain
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,064 (97.3%)30 (2.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair861 (98.5%)13 (1.5%)
Total (Category)1,942 (97.8%)43 (2.2%)
Total (Overall)13,059 (48.3%)13,993 (51.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lorain are Production (3,001 | 11.1%), Material Moving (1,885 | 7.0%), and Transportation (960 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lorain

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lorain
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,055 (68.5%)946 (31.5%)
Transportation847 (88.2%)113 (11.8%)
Material Moving1,356 (71.9%)529 (28.1%)
Total (Category)4,258 (72.8%)1,588 (27.2%)
Total (Overall)13,059 (48.3%)13,993 (51.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lorain

Employment Industries in Lorain

The major employment industries in Lorain include Health Care & Social Assistance (5,448 | 20.1%), Manufacturing (4,678 | 17.3%), Retail Trade (4,037 | 14.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (2,561 | 9.5%), and Administrative & Support (1,354 | 5.0%).
Employment Industries in Lorain

Employment Industries by Sex in Lorain

The Lorain industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (95.1%), and Wholesale Trade (70.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.3%), Finance & Insurance (79.5%), and Educational Services (72.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lorain
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,160 (95.1%)60 (4.9%)
Manufacturing3,180 (68.0%)1,498 (32.0%)
Wholesale Trade280 (70.9%)115 (29.1%)
Retail Trade1,946 (48.2%)2,091 (51.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing933 (70.0%)400 (30.0%)
Utilities90 (46.4%)104 (53.6%)
Information251 (60.9%)161 (39.1%)
Finance & Insurance156 (20.5%)605 (79.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing124 (53.2%)109 (46.8%)
Professional & Scientific304 (48.6%)321 (51.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support886 (65.4%)468 (34.6%)
Educational Services332 (27.3%)886 (72.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance967 (17.7%)4,481 (82.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation200 (50.8%)194 (49.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services932 (36.4%)1,629 (63.6%)
Public Administration699 (61.6%)436 (38.4%)
Total13,059 (48.3%)13,993 (51.7%)

Education in Lorain

School Enrollment in Lorain

The most common levels of schooling among the 15,059 students in Lorain are high school (3,667 | 24.3%), college / undergraduate (3,269 | 21.7%), and elementary school (3,230 | 21.4%).
School Enrollment in Lorain
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool8685.8%
Kindergarten8085.4%
Elementary School3,23021.4%
Middle School2,83518.8%
High School3,66724.3%
College / Undergraduate3,26921.7%
Graduate / Professional3822.5%
Total15,059100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lorain

Out of a total of 15,059 students who are enrolled in schools in Lorain, 3,072 (20.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 11,987 (79.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 344 (30.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,253 (91.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lorain
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds595 (80.7%)142 (19.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,921 (75.7%)937 (24.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,789 (78.2%)777 (21.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2,253 (91.0%)224 (9.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds968 (89.0%)119 (11.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds790 (69.7%)344 (30.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds736 (75.4%)240 (24.6%)
35 Years and over938 (76.6%)286 (23.4%)
Total11,987 (79.6%)3,072 (20.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lorain

Education (1,345 | 21.0%), business (1,141 | 17.8%), science & technology (926 | 14.5%), arts & humanities (424 | 6.6%), and engineering (410 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 6,402 individuals in Lorain who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lorain
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1632.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3074.8%
Physical & Health Sciences1111.7%
Psychology3275.1%
Social Sciences3445.4%
Engineering4106.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies510.8%
Science & Technology92614.5%
Business1,14117.8%
Education1,34521.0%
Literature & Languages1231.9%
Liberal Arts & History2413.8%
Visual & Performing Arts1913.0%
Communications2984.6%
Arts & Humanities4246.6%
Total6,402100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lorain

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lorain

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lorain are males with 2 vehicles (5,384, accounting for 41.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,012, making up 40.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lorain
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle153 (1.2%)465 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle3,142 (24.4%)4,128 (30.8%)
2 Vehicles5,384 (41.9%)5,012 (37.4%)
3 Vehicles2,851 (22.2%)2,461 (18.3%)
4 Vehicles908 (7.1%)998 (7.4%)
5 or more Vehicles423 (3.3%)347 (2.6%)
Total12,861 (100.0%)13,411 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lorain

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lorain are 15 to 19 minutes (4,253 commuters, 16.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (4,082 commuters, 16.2%), and 30 to 34 minutes (3,324 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Lorain
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7442.9%
5 to 9 Minutes2,55410.1%
10 to 14 Minutes3,21812.8%
15 to 19 Minutes4,25316.9%
20 to 24 Minutes4,08216.2%
25 to 29 Minutes2,3399.3%
30 to 34 Minutes3,32413.2%
35 to 39 Minutes9563.8%
40 to 44 Minutes8493.4%
45 to 59 Minutes1,6506.5%
60 to 89 Minutes7483.0%
90 or more Minutes5162.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Lorain

The most common commute times in Lorain are 15 to 19 minutes (2,291 commuters, 18.4%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,072 commuters, 16.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lorain
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes349 (2.8%)395 (3.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,246 (10.0%)1,308 (10.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,146 (9.2%)2,072 (16.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes2,291 (18.4%)1,962 (15.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes2,261 (18.1%)1,821 (14.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes857 (6.9%)1,482 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,458 (11.7%)1,866 (14.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes437 (3.5%)519 (4.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes633 (5.1%)216 (1.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes985 (7.9%)665 (5.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes474 (3.8%)274 (2.1%)
90 or more Minutes335 (2.7%)181 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lorain

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lorain are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,703, 13.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,700, 13.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lorain
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM867 (7.0%)474 (3.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM958 (7.7%)1,005 (7.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM779 (6.2%)617 (4.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,187 (9.5%)1,355 (10.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,266 (10.2%)567 (4.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,703 (13.7%)1,700 (13.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,187 (9.5%)1,368 (10.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,241 (10.0%)1,348 (10.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM356 (2.9%)490 (3.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM349 (2.8%)539 (4.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM274 (2.2%)489 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM174 (1.4%)401 (3.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,459 (11.7%)1,194 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM672 (5.4%)1,214 (9.5%)
Total12,472 (100.0%)12,761 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lorain

Occupancy by Ownership in Lorain

Of the total 26,876 dwellings in Lorain, owner-occupied units account for 14,804 (55.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 12,072 (44.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lorain
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units14,80455.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12,07244.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units26,876100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lorain

Occupancy by Household Size in Lorain
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10,14537.8%
2-Person Household7,43027.7%
3-Person Household4,39516.4%
4+ Person Household4,90618.2%
Total Housing Units26,876100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lorain

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lorain
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household5,228 (51.5%)4,917 (48.5%)
2-Person Household4,714 (63.4%)2,716 (36.5%)
3-Person Household2,608 (59.3%)1,787 (40.7%)
4+ Person Household2,254 (45.9%)2,652 (54.1%)
Total Housing Units14,804 (55.1%)12,072 (44.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lorain

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lorain
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,654 (41.9%)2,291 (58.1%)
High School Diploma4,564 (49.8%)4,597 (50.2%)
College/Associate Degree5,725 (58.1%)4,134 (41.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,861 (73.2%)1,050 (26.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lorain

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lorain
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5,18719.3%
35 to 44 Years4,50116.8%
45 to 54 Years4,23715.8%
55 to 64 Years5,94222.1%
65 to 74 Years4,13115.4%
75 to 84 Years2,0647.7%
85 Years and Over8143.0%
Total26,876100.0%

Housing Finances in Lorain

Median Income by Occupancy in Lorain

Median Income by Occupancy in Lorain
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied14,804 (55.1%)$63,025
Renter-Occupied12,072 (44.9%)$29,467
Average26,876 (100.0%)$46,562

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lorain

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lorain
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000440 (3.0%)1,300 (10.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999245 (1.7%)638 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $14,999874 (5.9%)1,890 (15.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999533 (3.6%)761 (6.3%)
$20,000 to $24,999599 (4.1%)742 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,286 (8.7%)1,336 (11.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,723 (11.6%)1,961 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,768 (18.7%)1,920 (15.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,737 (18.5%)837 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,217 (15.0%)482 (4.0%)
$150,000 or more1,382 (9.3%)205 (1.7%)
Total14,804 (100.0%)12,072 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lorain

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lorain
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300795 (5.4%)1,098 (9.1%)
$300 to $4993,031 (20.5%)838 (6.9%)
$500 to $7993,602 (24.3%)3,296 (27.3%)
$800 to $9991,910 (12.9%)3,017 (25.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4993,414 (23.1%)3,067 (25.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,359 (9.2%)199 (1.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499439 (3.0%)43 (0.4%)
$2,500 to $2,999143 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more111 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total14,804 (100.0%)12,072 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lorain

Housing Structures in Lorain

Housing Structures in Lorain
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached18,71569.6%
Single Unit, Attached1,3184.9%
2 Unit Apartments1,3365.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9123.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,2334.6%
10 or more Apartments3,00511.2%
Mobile Home / Other3571.3%
Total26,876100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lorain

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lorain
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached13,811 (73.8%)4,904 (26.2%)
Single Unit, Attached219 (16.6%)1,099 (83.4%)
2 Unit Apartments79 (5.9%)1,257 (94.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments53 (5.8%)859 (94.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments82 (6.7%)1,151 (93.3%)
10 or more Apartments332 (11.1%)2,673 (88.9%)
Mobile Home / Other228 (63.9%)129 (36.1%)
Total14,804 (55.1%)12,072 (44.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lorain

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lorain
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room212 (1.4%)654 (5.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms148 (1.0%)1,715 (14.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,883 (26.2%)5,226 (43.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms7,174 (48.5%)3,749 (31.1%)
8 or more Rooms3,387 (22.9%)728 (6.0%)
Total14,804 (100.0%)12,072 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lorain

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lorain
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas13,376 (90.3%)7,586 (62.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas93 (0.6%)222 (1.8%)
Electricity1,271 (8.6%)4,028 (33.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene30 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels34 (0.2%)123 (1.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)113 (0.9%)
Total14,804 (100.0%)12,072 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lorain

Household Vehicle Usage in Lorain
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle450 (3.0%)1,721 (14.3%)
1 Vehicle4,886 (33.0%)6,865 (56.9%)
2 Vehicles6,059 (40.9%)2,884 (23.9%)
3 or more Vehicles3,409 (23.0%)602 (5.0%)
Total14,804 (100.0%)12,072 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lorain

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lorain

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6,4388,366
Median Property Value$100,500$125,000
Median Household Income$50,337$972
Monthly Housing Costs$469$90
Real Estate Taxes$1,438$315

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lorain

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lorain
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000850 (13.2%)594 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9992,353 (36.5%)2,321 (27.7%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,794 (43.4%)4,581 (54.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999364 (5.7%)726 (8.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99973 (1.1%)112 (1.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more4 (0.1%)32 (0.4%)
Total6,438 (100.0%)8,366 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lorain

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lorain
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000484 (7.5%)263 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,173 (18.2%)201 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999651 (10.1%)833 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999880 (13.7%)635 (7.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,339 (20.8%)843 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999915 (14.2%)1,429 (17.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999586 (9.1%)1,822 (21.8%)
$150,000 or more410 (6.4%)1,631 (19.5%)
Total6,438 (100.0%)8,366 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lorain

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lorain
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x3,204 (49.8%)78,767 (941.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,087 (16.9%)4,568 (54.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x476 (7.4%)1,885 (22.5%)
4.0x or more1,487 (23.1%)681 (8.1%)
Total6,438 (100.0%)8,366 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lorain

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lorain
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800960 (14.9%)31 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,4992,324 (36.1%)750 (9.0%)
$800 to $1,4992,833 (44.0%)2,464 (29.4%)
Total6,438 (100.0%)8,366 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lorain

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lorain

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lorain
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years5,627 (95.6%)261 (4.4%)
6 to 18 Years10,297 (94.7%)573 (5.3%)
19 to 25 Years4,937 (79.2%)1,299 (20.8%)
26 to 34 Years5,537 (80.4%)1,353 (19.6%)
35 to 44 Years6,697 (85.0%)1,179 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years6,988 (93.3%)500 (6.7%)
55 to 64 Years8,527 (95.1%)436 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years6,199 (99.8%)10 (0.2%)
75 Years and older4,351 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59,160 (91.3%)5,611 (8.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lorain

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lorain
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born5,627 (95.6%)261 (4.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen10,297 (94.7%)573 (5.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4,937 (79.2%)1,299 (20.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lorain

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lorain
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00013,297 (92.5%)1,070 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $49,99912,940 (89.3%)1,542 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,906 (89.1%)1,208 (10.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,025 (89.6%)1,045 (10.4%)
$100,000 and over13,728 (94.9%)736 (5.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lorain

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lorain
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,097 (69.6%)1,755 (29.8%)
6 to 18 Years6,468 (59.5%)4,543 (41.8%)
19 to 25 Years1,928 (30.9%)3,239 (51.9%)
25 to 34 Years2,760 (40.1%)3,061 (44.4%)
35 to 44 Years2,896 (36.8%)4,182 (53.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,509 (33.5%)4,798 (64.1%)
55 to 64 Years3,797 (42.4%)5,350 (59.7%)
65 to 74 Years5,869 (94.5%)3,467 (55.8%)
75 Years and over4,295 (98.7%)2,185 (50.2%)
Total34,619 (53.4%)32,580 (50.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lorain

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lorain
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (3.7%)41 (1.7%)
5 to 17 Years521 (8.7%)511 (10.0%)
18 to 34 Years646 (9.6%)811 (11.3%)
35 to 64 Years2,273 (19.7%)3,221 (25.2%)
65 to 74 Years981 (31.9%)923 (29.5%)
75 Years and over894 (50.2%)1,151 (44.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lorain

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lorain: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (3.7%)41 (1.7%)
5 to 17 Years125 (2.1%)35 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years30 (0.4%)172 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years512 (4.4%)357 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years385 (12.5%)224 (7.1%)
75 Years and over560 (31.4%)448 (17.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lorain: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years96 (1.6%)303 (5.9%)
18 to 34 Years183 (2.7%)157 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years441 (3.8%)538 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years88 (2.9%)156 (5.0%)
75 Years and over86 (4.8%)205 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lorain: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years332 (5.6%)233 (4.6%)
18 to 34 Years391 (5.8%)446 (6.2%)
35 to 64 Years1,038 (9.0%)1,488 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years162 (5.3%)260 (8.3%)
75 Years and over184 (10.3%)450 (17.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lorain: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years49 (0.8%)45 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years82 (1.2%)69 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,079 (9.3%)1,903 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years629 (20.4%)682 (21.8%)
75 Years and over582 (32.7%)647 (25.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lorain: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years70 (1.2%)101 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years53 (0.8%)36 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years243 (2.1%)281 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years194 (6.3%)189 (6.0%)
75 Years and over397 (22.3%)359 (14.0%)

Technology Access in Lorain

Computing Device Access in Lorain

Computing Device Access in Lorain
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop19,50872.6%
Smartphone22,08582.2%
Tablet13,66750.8%
No Computing Device2,2638.4%
Total26,876100.0%

Internet Access in Lorain

Internet Access in Lorain
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1600.6%
Broadband Home16,97763.2%
Cellular Data Only2,71310.1%
Satellite Internet1,6606.2%
No Internet6,41023.8%
Total26,876100.0%

Lorain Summary

Lorain, Ohio is a city located in the northeastern part of the state, on the southern shore of Lake Erie. It is part of the Greater Cleveland metropolitan area and is the largest city in Lorain County. The city has a population of approximately 64,000 people, making it the tenth largest city in Ohio.

Geography

Lorain is located in the northeastern part of Ohio, on the southern shore of Lake Erie. It is situated on the Black River, which flows into the lake. The city is bordered by the cities of Elyria and Amherst to the east, Avon Lake to the south, and Sheffield Lake to the west. The city covers an area of approximately 20 square miles.

History

The area that is now Lorain was first settled in 1807 by a group of settlers from Connecticut. The settlement was originally known as Charleston, but was later renamed Lorain in 1834 after the French explorer, Jean-Baptiste-Louis Franquelin. The city was officially incorporated in 1874.
In the late 19th century, Lorain became an important port city, with a large steel mill and other industries. The city was also home to a large immigrant population, with many coming from Eastern Europe and Italy. The city experienced a period of growth and prosperity in the early 20th century, but the Great Depression and World War II caused a decline in the city's economy.

Economy

Lorain's economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including U.S. Steel, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors. The city is also home to several healthcare providers, including Mercy Health and University Hospitals.
The city's unemployment rate was 5.2% in 2019, slightly higher than the national average of 3.7%. The median household income in Lorain was $37,845 in 2019, slightly lower than the national median of $61,937.

Demographics

As of 2019, the population of Lorain was 64,097, making it the tenth largest city in Ohio. The population is largely white (77.2%), with smaller percentages of African Americans (14.2%), Hispanics (5.3%), and Asians (2.2%). The median age in Lorain is 40.3, slightly higher than the national median of 38.2.
The city has a poverty rate of 22.2%, higher than the national average of 11.8%. The largest industries in Lorain are manufacturing (17.2%), healthcare (13.2%), and retail trade (10.2%).

Conclusion

Lorain, Ohio is a city located in the northeastern part of the state, on the southern shore of Lake Erie. It is part of the Greater Cleveland metropolitan area and is the largest city in Lorain County. The city has a population of approximately 64,000 people, making it the tenth largest city in Ohio. The city's economy is largely based on manufacturing and services, and the city has a poverty rate of 22.2%. The population is largely white, with smaller percentages of African Americans, Hispanics, and Asians.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lorain?
Total Population of Lorain is 65,138.
What is the Total Male Population of Lorain?
Total Male Population of Lorain is 31,755.
What is the Total Female Population of Lorain?
Total Female Population of Lorain is 33,383.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lorain?
There are 95.12 Males per 100 Females in Lorain.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lorain?
There are 105.13 Females per 100 Males in Lorain.
What is the Median Population Age in Lorain?
Median Population Age in Lorain is 38.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lorain
Average Family Size in Lorain is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lorain
Average Household Size in Lorain is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lorain?
Per Capita income in Lorain is $25,637.
What is the Median Family Income in Lorain?
Median Family Income in Lorain is $60,457.
What is the Median Household income in Lorain?
Median Household Income in Lorain is $46,562.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lorain?
Income or Wage Gap in Lorain is 28.9%.
Women in Lorain earn 71.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lorain?
Family Income Deficit in Lorain is $11,769.
Families that are below poverty line in Lorain earn $11,769 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lorain?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lorain is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lorain?
There are 28,872 People in the Labor Forcein in Lorain.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lorain?
56.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Lorain.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lorain?
Unemployment Rate in Lorain is 6.2%.