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Eastlake, OH

Eastlake is a city in Lake County, Ohio, United States. It takes its name from its location northeast of Cleveland, following along the shore of Lake Erie. The 2003 North American blackout stemmed from an Eastlake generating station going offline.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.53 square miles (16.91 km²), of which 6.40 square miles (16.58 km²) is land and 0.13 square miles (0.34 km²) is water.

Eastlake is about 19 miles northeast of Cleveland, Ohio, along the shore of Lake Erie, and is part of Greater Cleveland.

The single largest blackout in North American history on August 14, 2003, was traced back to a FirstEnergy generating plant in Eastlake that went offline at 1:31 P.M. EDT amid high electrical demand. It caused 50 million people to lose power in eight U.S. states and southeastern Canada.

Eastlake is home to Classic Park, the home field of the Lake County Captains, a Class A minor league baseball team affiliated with the Cleveland Guardians. Classic Park's construction included controversy involving finances.

As of the census of 2010, there were 18,577 people, 7,841 households, and 5,056 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,902.7 inhabitants per square mile (1,120.7/km²). There were 8,280 housing units at an average density of 1,293.8 per square mile (499.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 95.9% White, 1.4% African American, 0.1% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

Health and wellness are important aspects of life in Eastlake. The city is home to several healthcare facilities, including Lake Health's West Medical Center, which offers comprehensive medical services to the community. The Eastlake Senior Center offers specialized fitness and wellness programs for seniors, including low-impact exercises and social activities. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Powerhouse Gym and Counterstrike Gym. Learn about healthy eating habits and meal planning through workshops at the OSU Extension Lake County. Find support and share experiences in mental health support groups hosted by Crossroads Health. Participate in community gardening projects to grow your vegetables and learn about sustainable gardening.

The top sites in Eastlake, OH are the Jump Yard, Croatian Heritage Museum, and Indian Museum of Lake County.

Population: 17,383 (2022). ZIP Codes: 44095. Area code: 440. Elevation: 620 ft (190 m). Area: 6.54 sq mi (16.93 km²).

FAQs

What is the crime rate in Eastlake, OH?

The crime rate in Eastlake is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 17 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Eastlake is 1 in 60. Based on FBI crime data, Eastlake is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Ohio, Eastlake has a crime rate that is higher than 80% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What is the median household income in Eastlake, OH?

The median household income in Eastlake, OH is $59,648. In 2022, the place with the highest median household income in Eastlake, OH was Census Tract 2018 with a value of $71,761, followed by Census Tract 2066 and Census Tract 2019, with respective values of $70,854 and $59,167. Car ownership in Eastlake, OH is approximately the same as the national average, with an average of 2 cars per household.

Is Eastlake, OH a good place to live?

Eastlake is a suburb of Cleveland with a population of 17,625. Eastlake is in Lake County. Living in Eastlake offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Eastlake, there are a lot of bars and parks. Residents of Eastlake tend to lean conservative.

Sources

City of Eastlake

Wikipedia

Lake Health's West Medical Center

Eastlake Senior Center 

Powerhouse Gym 

Counterstrike Gym

OSU Extension Lake County

Crossroads Health

Jump Yard

Croatian Heritage Museum

Indian Museum of Lake County

Neighborhoodscout

Data USA

Niche

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