Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
14%
Painesville
Painesville, OH Area Guide
Avg Rent
$981
Population
20,485
Renter Mix
52% Rent
Bask in scenic natural surroundings and a close-knit community
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Riverside
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Located along the Grand River near the shores of Lake Erie, just 30 miles outside of Cleveland, Painesville offers residents access to a host of natural amenities and outdoor recreational opportunities within close proximity to one of Ohio’s largest cities. More than ten parks and trails in Painesville present options for hiking, biking, fishing, and more.
Painesville’s close-knit community enjoys coming together for a range of special events such as the annual Fall Fest, Fishing Derby, International Cuisine Celebration, Art in the Park, and Lake County Fair. Summertime in Painesville is punctuated by weekly concerts, classic car shows, and a farmer’s market. Downtown Painesville is a favorite gathering place, with charming shops and restaurants strung along tree-lined streets.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$50,897
Average: $65,917
Education
4,004
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,242
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Painesville has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Painesville, OH is $1,001 for a studio, $980 for one bedroom, $1,384 for two bedrooms, and $1,735 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Painesville has increased by 3.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$980/month
647 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Painesville, OH is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
370 Students
Public
Grades K-5
618 Students
Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
Public
Grades K-5
422 Students
Public
Grades K-5
439 Students
iSTEM Geauga Early College High School
Public
Grades 6-12
155 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,461 Students
Riverside Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,461 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
701 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
599 Students
iSTEM Geauga Early College High School
Public
Grades 6-12
155 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,461 Students
Riverside Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,461 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
759 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Grand River Landing
- Helen Hazen Wyman Park
- Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park Beach
- Headlands Beach State Park
- Mentor Marsh Nature Preserve and Visitor Center
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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.