Mentor, OH — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lake County · Ohio
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Mentor based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
47,215
2023 ACS
Median Income
$89,202
2023
Median Home Value
$229,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,192
2023
Median Age
46.3
Unemployment
3.3%
Cost of Living Index
123.1
100 = national avg
Mentor is a city in Lake County, Ohio, with a population of 47,215 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Mentor is one of the communities in Ohio.
The median household income in Mentor is $89,202, and the median home value is $229,500. The cost of living index is 123.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,192 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, and the median age is 46.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
47,215
Male
23,346
49.4%
Female
23,869
50.6%
Median Age
46.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
26.5%
High School or Higher
47.8%
Foreign Born
6.3%
Veterans
6.3%
Married
46.9%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.188
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
89.9%
Foreign Born
6.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
2.6%
1,242 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
97.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
44,937
English Only
92.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
1,058 speakers
Limited English
2.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.1%
Limited English Proficiency
2.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,963
6.3% of population
Disability Rate
24.7%
733 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,870
Unemployment Rate
0.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,655
89.6%
Female Veterans
308
10.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,870
Non-Veteran Income
$47,410
Difference
$6,460
13.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
733
Without Disability
2,230
Disability Rate
24.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
47,449
#1 Ancestry
German
23.6% (11,141)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
18.7% (8,833)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
13.4% (6,331)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
20,034
Family Households
13,052
65.1%
Married Couples
10,501
52.4%
Non-Family Households
6,982
34.9%
Single Mother Households
1,825
9.1%
Single Father Households
726
3.6%
Living Alone
6,000
29.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,753
In Married Couple
6,863
78.4%
With Single Mother
1,406
16.1%
With Single Father
484
5.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$110,138
Married Couple Income
$119,707
Single Mother Income
$72,415
Single Father Income
$88,571
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
589
Grandparents Responsible
205
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$89,202
+22% vs national
Per Capita Income
$46,593
+25% vs national
Poverty Rate
5.4%
-61% vs national
Gini Index
0.4013
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.3%
-37% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.0%
of households
How Mentor Compares
Mentor vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Mentor is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Mentor, OH has a median household income of $89,202, making it the 6,636th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher median household income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Mentor, OH has a per capita income of $46,593, making it the 5,589th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher per capita income than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Mentor, OH has a poverty rate of 5.4%, making it the 23,324th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher poverty rate than 25% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Mentor, OH has a unemployment rate of 3.3%, making it the 16,865th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher unemployment rate than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Mentor. The median household income here is $89,202.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.3%
-32% vs OH avg
Labor Force
25,686
Employed
24,848
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
26.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
47.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
46.3
Work from Home
13.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Cleveland, OH metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$97.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
123.1
100 = national avg
+23.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,146
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,980
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,058
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,279
per month
The median household income in Mentor, OH is $89,202, which is 21.8% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $46,593. The poverty rate of 5.4% is lower than the OH state average of 12.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4013, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 25,686. 26.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 13.1% working from home. About 79.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 123.1, which is 23.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 130.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,146 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$230,000
Median List Price
$299,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$142
Days on Market
70
Active Inventory
63
Months of Supply
2.6
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$261,498
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,570
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
34.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
24
New Listings
33
Pending Sales
61
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$142
Median List $/SF
$170
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Mentor, OH? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Cleveland, OH metro area, home prices have risen 321.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 73.8%. The 10-year growth rate is 98.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 54.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 13.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Cleveland, OH housing market rather than Mentor alone.
Metro area: Cleveland, OH
Mentor vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Mentor is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Mentor, OH has a median home value of $229,500, making it the 10,329th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher median home value than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Mentor, OH has a median rent of $1,192, making it the 6,746th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher median rent than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Mentor, OH has a price per square foot of $142, making it the 13,354th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher price per square foot than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Mentor, OH has a rent burden of 16.0%, making it the 15,079th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Mentor has a higher rent burden than 31% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$229,500
Median Rent
$1,192
Total Housing Units
20,883
Vacancy Rate
4.1%
Owner Occupied
84.4%
Renter Occupied
15.6%
Median Property Tax
$3,371
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,073
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,371
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
of home value
Median Home Value
$229,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,576
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,371) by the median home value ($229,500). In Mentor, OH, this works out to an effective rate of 1.47%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Mentor, OH is $230,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 70 days on the market. 12.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $142. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,570/month. About 84.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1975. There are 20,883 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,371. The effective tax rate is 1.47%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.15
per 1,000 residents
-56% vs national
Property Crime Rate
13.58
per 1,000 residents
-21% vs national
Total Crimes
689
2024
Violent Clearance
78%
cases solved
Property Clearance
45%
cases solved
YoY Change
-15.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Mentor Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Mentor vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Mentor is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Mentor police solve 100% of robbery cases but only 10% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 10 | 0.21 | 70.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1 | 0.02 | 100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 43 | 0.92 | 79.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 21 | 0.45 | 14.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 593 | 12.68 | 47.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 21 | 0.45 | 9.5% |
Mentor, OH reported 54 violent crimes and 635 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.15 per 1,000 residents is 55.6% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 78% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 593 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 32.6% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 54 | 635 | 1.15 | 13.58 |
| 2023 | 64 | 671 | 1.37 | 14.32 |
| 2022 | 78 | 673 | 1.66 | 14.30 |
| 2021 | 62 | 540 | 1.32 | 11.47 |
| 2020 | 64 | 631 | 1.35 | 13.35 |
| 2019 | 63 | 703 | 1.33 | 14.87 |
| 2018 | 43 | 714 | 0.91 | 15.15 |
| 2017 | 62 | 913 | 1.33 | 19.57 |
| 2016 | 51 | 1,043 | 1.09 | 22.26 |
| 2015 | 59 | 1,068 | 1.26 | 22.82 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
77.4
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
80.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
27.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
99.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
15
Public Assistance
$15.4M
Individual Assistance
$9.9M
Most Common Type
Flood
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $9.6M | $2.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | Jun 2012 | — | — |
| Record Snow and Near Record Snow → | Snowstorm | Apr 2008 | $582K | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight Line Winds, and … → | Severe Storm | Aug 2006 | $5.0M | $7.8M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Severe Storm(s) | Feb 2005 | $3K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $105K | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1989 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Winds, Tornadoes, Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Nov 1972 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Agnes → | Flood | Jul 1972 | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Severe Storms & Flooding → | Tornado | Jul 1969 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
878
Total Claims Paid
$12,635,989
Avg Claim Payout
$14,392
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$4,519,706
Properties Protected
80
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.84
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $4,519,706 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Mentor has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, strong wind, ice storm. The area has had 15 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (5 declarations). 878 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $15,358,725 in public assistance recovery funding. $9,919,995 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.3%
0.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.3%
0.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.5%
0.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
4.8pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
37.2%
Arthritis
33.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
15.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.3%
Loneliness
30.0%
Lack of Support
18.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.1%
Mobility
12.4%
Cognitive
11.6%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
3.7%
Self-Care
3.0%
Independent Living
6.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Mentor has an obesity rate of 35.3%, which is 0.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.3%, 0.8pp above the national average. About 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. 82.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
1
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.9 mi
Windsor Laurelwood Center For ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Laurelwood Center For Behavorial Medicine | 5.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Uh Regional Hospitals | 10.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Euclid Hospital | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Hillcrest Hospital | 14.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | — |
| South Pointe Hospital | 17.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Pop. Served
108,706
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| AQUA OHIO - MENTOR | 74,500 | 0 |
| PAINESVILLE CITY PWS | 31,728 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - SENECA | 750 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - SHEPARD HILLS PWS | 725 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - AUBURN LAKES PWS | 658 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - NORLICK | 345 | 3 |
There are 6 water systems serving the area. 3 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-19% vs national
Drive Alone
79.4%
+1% vs national
Public Transit
0.6%
-33% vs national
Work From Home
13.1%
+41% vs national
Carpool
5.3%
Walk / Bike
0.9%
combined
How Mentor's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Mentor, OH is 19 minutes, which is 18.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 13.1% work from home, which is above the OH state average of 8.5%. 5.3% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
84.3%
of households
No Internet
5.8%
of households
Total Households
20,034
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.0%
of households
Smartphone
89.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
85.6%
of households
Tablet
68.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
16.0¢
per kWh
-16% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.7¢
per kWh
-31% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.1¢
per kWh
-40% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$135
residential
-8% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
6% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Ohio averages 16.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $135. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Mentor vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Population Served
108,706
Violations (5yr)
3
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AQUA OHIO - MENTOR | Community | Surface water | 74,500 | 0 |
| PAINESVILLE CITY PWS | Community | Surface water | 31,728 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - SENECA | Community | Ground water | 750 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - SHEPARD HILLS PWS | Community | Ground water | 725 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - AUBURN LAKES PWS | Community | Ground water | 658 | 0 |
| AQUA OHIO - NORLICK | Community | Ground water | 345 | 3 |
92.7% of households in Mentor have broadband internet access. 84.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.8% of households have no internet access. 5.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 6 water systems, providing water to 108,706 people. A total of 3 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Mentor is located in Lake County, OH. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Mentor.
Election Overview
Source: Lake County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
54,484
42.4%
GOP Votes
72,924
56.7%
Total Votes
128,535
Margin
R+14.3%
Shift from 2020
R+0.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 54,484 | 72,924 | 128,535 | 42.4% | 56.7% | R+14.3 |
| 2020 | 55,514 | 73,278 | 130,509 | 42.5% | 56.1% | R+13.6 |
| 2016 | 45,056 | 62,627 | 112,790 | 40.0% | 55.5% | R+15.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lake County recorded 128,535 total votes. Republicans won the county with 56.7% of the vote compared to 42.4% for Democrats, a margin of R+14.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lake County has shifted 1.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
217
Total Assets
$89.5M
Total Income
$82.6M
Per 10K Residents
46.0
nonprofits
-92.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
17
Median Assets
$140K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $71.0M of $89.5M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Mentor
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFMentor, OH has 217 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $89.5M. The most common category is Recreation & Sports, with 28 organizations. 17 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 46.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
932
Total Approved
$224.3M
Jobs Supported
8,185
Per 10K Residents
197.4
SBA loans
+44.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
67
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
347 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
798
Total Amount
$170.0M
Avg Loan
$213,093
Median Loan
$72,250
SBA Guaranteed
$121.3M(71%)
Jobs Supported
5,688
Loans
134
Total Amount
$54.3M
Avg Loan
$405,090
Median Loan
$265,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
130
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$54.8M
24% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$421,448
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Burton Industries Inc. | 7 | $4.8M |
| Mmn Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
| Iai Hospitality Llc | 2 | $3.8M |
| 7200 Center Street Llc | 1 | $3.8M |
| Apollo American Inc. | 2 | $3.7M |
| Innovative Sport Surfacing Llc | 3 | $2.8M |
| Harbor Inn Partnership Llc | 1 | $2.8M |
| Pbr Mentor Llc | 1 | $2.7M |
| Ct Consultants Inc. | 1 | $2.7M |
| Burton Industries, Inc. | 1 | $2.6M |
Mentor, OH has received 932 SBA loans totaling $224.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 798 loans (86% of the total), supporting 5,688 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 134 loans totaling $54.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Mentor is The Huntington National Bank with 347 loans. That works out to 197.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
205,441
Avg Median Income
$76,215
Avg Home Value
$195,217
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44045 | 564 | $76,905 | $149,400 | $917 | 0.9 |
| 44060 | 60,257 | $85,881 | $227,200 | $1,156 | 39.9 |
| 44077 | 57,947 | $80,692 | $217,400 | $972 | 60.5 |
| 44092 | 17,476 | $67,907 | $167,100 | $1,059 | 7.4 |
| 44094 | 36,689 | $76,125 | $247,600 | $1,155 | 39.7 |
| 44095 | 32,508 | $69,778 | $162,600 | $985 | 9.1 |
Mentor, OH has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 205,441. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $76,215. The average median home value is $195,217. The average median monthly rent is $1,041.
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