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Oberlin, OH

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Population
8,603
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
811 ft
Median Home Value
$225,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$995/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$81,308
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in OhioPopulation rankingHighest population places in OhioNearest larger communityElyria, Ohio8.3 miles away · 53,634 residents.

About Oberlin

Oberlin is a city in Lorain County, Ohio, situated thirty-one miles southwest of Cleveland within the metropolitan area. Famous as the home of Oberlin College and its renowned music conservatory, the community of approximately 8,329 is also historic as the birthplace of the Anti-Saloon League. Public education for local students is served by the Oberlin City School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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