Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,114 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 50,598 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 19,935 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 21,989 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 16,554 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 49,926 (31.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,331 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $209,756 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,061/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 105,749 |
| Vacant Units | 5,565 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake County is located in Ohio and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 231,877 residents. With a median age of 44.13, it is a middle-aged county.
Lake County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,330 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 8.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Lake County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $209,756 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,060. Homeownership rates are high at 75.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lake County are primarily White (84.95%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lake County, OH is a middle-income area in Ohio. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44095 | Eastlake | 32,508 | $69,778 | $162,600 | $985 | 4.9% | 34.6% |
| 44045 | Grand River | 564 | $76,905 | $149,400 | $917 | 3.4% | 22.4% |
| 44057 | Madison | 19,491 | $70,212 | $170,200 | $1,044 | 4.2% | 29.0% |
| 44060 | Mentor | 60,257 | $85,881 | $227,200 | $1,156 | 3.0% | 45.9% |
| 44077 | Painesville | 57,947 | $80,692 | $217,400 | $972 | 5.0% | 41.1% |
| 44081 | Perry | 6,945 | $93,929 | $238,700 | $894 | 3.3% | 38.4% |
| 44092 | Wickliffe | 17,476 | $67,907 | $167,100 | $1,059 | 5.3% | 39.1% |
| 44094 | Willoughby | 36,689 | $76,125 | $247,600 | $1,155 | 4.6% | 48.9% |