| ZIP Code | 44060 |
|---|---|
| City | Mentor |
| State | Ohio (OH) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 436/440 |
| Elevation | 683 ft |
| Latitude | 41.67653 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.328167 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 39085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.9% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 154 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,890 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 5,088 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 6,082 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,403 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,321 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,881 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $227,200 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,156/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 27,276 |
| Vacant Units | 1,247 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 27,276 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,247 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 44060 is located in Mentor, Ohio, within Lake County. With a population of 60,257, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.1 years. Economically, 44060 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,881 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 44060 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $227,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,156 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 44060 is primarily White (88.51%). Residents are well-educated — 45.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 44060 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 44060 in Mentor, OH is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 60,257 residents, a median household income of $85,881, and a median home value of $227,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Ohio.