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Elyria, OH
Elyria · Lorain County · OH 44035
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$137K
Median Price
30/100
Walk Score
6.2/10
Schools
45 min
to Cleveland, OH
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
62/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
30/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Elyria offers cheap homes and a modest cost of living, but it is heavily car‑dependent with very limited transit and only average school quality. If you don’t mind driving and are looking for an inexpensive place to settle, it could work, but many other options offer better amenities.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable housing
- ✓Low overall cost of living
- ✓Decent size community with local shops
- ✓Several public schools within the district
Real Talk
- !Almost no walking or biking options – you’ll need a car
- !Public transit is almost nonexistent
- !School ratings hover in the middle tier
- !Noise from nearby highway and school parking lots can be bothersome
- $Higher car insurance and maintenance costs
- $Fuel expenses due to lack of transit
- $Potential extra grocery cost from limited local options
Best For
Budget‑conscious first‑time buyersFamilies who prefer a small‑town feelCar commutersPeople who don’t rely on public transport
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Elyria, OH
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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