Oberlin, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
8,054 332.4M (US)
Median Age
24.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,775 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$207,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$608 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$844 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lorain County
2
Cleveland Metro Area
4
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lorain County
2
Cleveland Metro Area
3
Ohio
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (38%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 26
Feb 2 9 29
Mar 3 7 37
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 2 42
Dec 3 9 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Prospect Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 4.6star
Langston Middle School
<1 miles, NE · 3.2star
Oberlin High School
1 miles, NE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Oberlin College
<1 miles, NE · 2.3star
Lorain County Community College
12 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Mercy Allen Hospital
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
Mercy Regional Medical Center
10 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
48 miles, SE · 1.4star
Toledo Express Airport
85 miles, NW · 1star
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