Housing in Lorain County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Lorain County averages $966/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Ohio median of $1,034 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 29% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Lorain County FMR Area are $1,009 for a studio, $1,144 for 1‑bedroom, $1,382 for 2‑bedroom, $1,778 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,902 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $416 increase for a 2-bedroom in Lorain County shows a 43% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Lorain County was 4.0% in 2024, compared to Ohio at 4.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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Lorain
OH
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OH
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OH
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OH
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Lorain
OH
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Lorain
OH
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OH
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Medina
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OH
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Medina
OH
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Medina
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Medina
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