Lorain, OH

Lorain, Ohio

Introduction to Lorain, Ohio

Lorain, Ohio, in Lorain county, is 25 miles W of Cleveland, Ohio. The city is situated in northeastern Ohio, along Lake Erie at the mouth of the Black River. It's part of the Cleveland-Elyria metropolitan area. The Lorain Works steel mills employ thousands of people and the harbor also provides numerous jobs. The municipality has a diverse population. The city was named for a French province.

Lorain History

The city was established in 1807. It was originally known as Charleston. The arrival of the railroad was the stimulus for the construction of the local steel mills. The numerous steel mills in the city have been in operation since 1895. A portion of them are still in operation. People moved to Lorain from various regions of the country in order to work in the steel mills and at the flourishing shipyards. In 1924 a powerful tornado damaged a large portion of the city and killed numerous people.

Lorain Attractions

• Lorain International Festival is a notable event.
• Lorain Palace is a restored gothic theatre which offers dramas, movies, music and other forms of entertainment.
• The Harrison Cultural Community Center offers information on African American Heritage.
• Stocker Arts Center.
• Lorain Lighthouse.
• Lorain Underground Railroad Station 100 Monument.
• Harrison Cultural Community Center.

Lorain Activities

The city includes a vast number of parks for outdoor activities. The paths at Longfellow, Oakwood and Central parks are popular for walking and bicycle riding. Century Beach attracts residents and visitors. Lorain Harbor is enjoyed by bird watching enthusiasts. The Lake Erie area is popular for outdoor recreation and includes several scenic beaches. Kayakers enjoy the Black River and Lake Erie. The picturesque Lakeview hosts several triathlons and marathons. Residents enjoy the activities and professional sports teams located in nearby Cleveland.

Lorain Transportation

Lorain County Transit provides services.

High Points

Lorain strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Ohio):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 1%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 16%

Comparative Profile of Lorain, OH

Comparing Lorain to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Female Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Lorain Almanac

Lorain Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Lorain Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Lorain, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Lorain Public Libraries

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Lorain Hospitals

COMMUNITY HEALTH PARTNERS OF OH-WEST
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
3700 KOLBE ROAD
(440) 960-4000
Emergency Service: Yes

Lorain High Schools (2004)

ADMIRAL KING HIGH SCHOOL
2600 ASHLAND AVE
440-282-9191
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,378 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15

SOUTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
2270 E 42ND ST
440-277-7271
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,264 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16.5

CLEARVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
4700 BROADWAY
440-233-6313
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 733 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 18.1

Lorain Colleges

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Northern Institute of Cosmetology

Ohio Business College-Lorain

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