Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lorain

Affordability in Lorain, OH

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Lorain is $887 and the median household income is $48,685, with 43% of residents renting their homes. These figures give important context for understanding how HUD-assisted and income-based housing can help close the gap for cost-burdened renters in the city.

Safety

According to the Lorain Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Lorain had a violent crime rate of 583 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that methodological differences mean violent crime rates are not directly comparable across cities.

Getting Around Lorain

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Lorain scores 53 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable), meaning some errands can be completed on foot. The Bike Score is 45 out of 100, indicating some biking infrastructure is present. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 28 schools across 10 districts serve Lorain, including 15 elementary, 5 middle, 7 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Lorain, OH

The median household income in Lorain is $48,685 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent in the city is $887 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing in Lorain can help renters whose costs would otherwise strain a household budget at these income levels. Lorain has 10 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties covering 743 units across the city.

• Median household income: $48,685/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $887/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 43% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted properties in the city: 10 properties, 743 total units

Environmental Exposure

All 10 affordable housing properties in Lorain have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood zone data for this city.