Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Elyria
Elyria, OH Area Guide
Avg Rent
$760
Population
54,572
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Celebrate making history then and now
Suburban
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Historic
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Affordable
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Riverside
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Convenient
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Growing
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Welcoming
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Close-Knit
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Quiet
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Nestled at the two forks of the Black River, Elyria is a historic riverside city with a proud past and a pervasive pioneering spirit that contributed to the invention of the sewing machine, padded bicycle seat, and the rubber heal. Elyria’s affinity for historic preservation and contemporary innovation is evident in the way its scenic neighborhoods blend old-world charm and modern architecture in addition to its historic downtown’s revitalized streets lined with trendy businesses in classic brick buildings.
Located about 25 miles southwest of Cleveland, Elyria offers residents a quiet reprieve from bustling city life with convenient access to modern luxuries. Over 365 acres of parks afford Elyria residents the opportunity to engage in all kinds of outdoor recreation, with waterfalls, nature trails, recreational programs, and more. The tight-knit community in Elyria bonds over the annual Memorial Day Parade, Apple Festival, and various holiday lights celebrations during the wintertime. Getting around from Elyria is easy with access to major highways, Amtrak, and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
Explore the City
Erie Island Coffee is serving up hot coffee early in the morning for Elyria residents.
Cascade Park has plenty of places to take your dogs for a walk.
Scenic pathway from Elywood Park to Cascade Park offer Ely square residents outdoor activities.
Foundry Kitchen & Bar offers Ely neighborhood residents a warm welcoming environment.
Bring the kids to the park for the day at Cascade Park in Ely neighborhood.
The Elyria Justice Center, with its modern architectural style, stands out on Ely Square.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$47,629
Average: $61,581
Education
8,734
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
26,046
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Elyria has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
10%
Other Education
90%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Elyria, OH is $657 for a studio, $760 for one bedroom, $1,080 for two bedrooms, and $1,158 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elyria has increased by 3.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$760/month
579 Sq Ft
House
$1,478/month
966 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Elyria, OH is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
586 Students
Public
Grades K-8
547 Students
Public
Grades K-8
466 Students
Public
Grades K-5
444 Students
Public
Grades K-5
335 Students
Public
Grades K-8
586 Students
Public
Grades K-8
547 Students
Public
Grades K-8
466 Students
Constellation Schools: Elyria Community Elementary
Public
Grades K-8
400 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,497 Students
Black River Career Prep High School
Public
Grades 9-12
170 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Black River Reservation
- Sandy Ridge Reservation
- French Creek Reservation
- Carlisle Reservation
- Miller Nature Preserve
Airports
- Cleveland-Hopkins International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.