Elyria

Elyria, Ohio Overview

With a composite score of 48.0/100 and a C grade, Elyria ranks #7 of 20 cities in Ohio. Its strongest showing is in Safety (83/100), while Outdoor Access (10/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Elyria

Elyria’s median income of $53,204 is 16% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.8% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.1%.

Safety in Elyria

At 203.7 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Elyria sits meaningfully below the Ohio average of 303 — a 49% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1467.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Elyria

Elyria has a cost of living index of 93 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $142,800. Median monthly rent is $859. Renters spend 19.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Elyria

The adult obesity rate in Elyria is 39.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15.7%. Residents report an average of 20 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Elyria

Elyria has a high school graduation rate of 76.9%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.8:1. Local districts invest $16,782 per student, well above the national median. The city has 12 public schools serving 6,323 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Elyria

The annual average temperature in Elyria is 51.6°F. Summers average 70.4°F. Winters average 34.6°F. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches.

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