Mentor, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mentor, Ohio had a total population of 47,171, the 22nd largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $88,949, which is 25% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mentor Quick Facts
How Mentor Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 47,215 | 47,171 | -0.1% |
| Median household income | $89,202 | $88,949 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $229,500 | $247,700 | +7.9% |
How Mentor Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mentor Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Lake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willoughby | 24,046 | $71,309 | 9.5% | $216,900 |
| Painesville | 20,548 | $51,516 | 25.6% | $158,800 |
| Eastlake | 17,493 | $62,072 | 8.4% | $172,100 |
| Willowick | 14,162 | $77,228 | 5.7% | $166,000 |
| Wickliffe | 12,659 | $81,750 | 6.6% | $166,900 |
| Willoughby Hills | 9,975 | $67,214 | 5.6% | $328,600 |
| North Madison | 8,594 | $67,711 | 10.0% | $157,300 |
| Mentor-on-the-Lake | 7,111 | $67,188 | 8.5% | $188,500 |
| Kirtland | 6,911 | $110,455 | 4.7% | $391,300 |
| Madison | 3,417 | $94,928 | 4.1% | $207,100 |
Cities Similar to Mentor
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strongsville | 45,983 | $103,253 | $298,300 | 48.3% | 5.3% |
| Beavercreek | 47,126 | $110,088 | $279,600 | 52.0% | 6.9% |
| Delaware | 44,589 | $99,786 | $318,400 | 47.9% | 7.8% |
| Fairfield | 44,828 | $77,937 | $234,500 | 30.7% | 8.4% |
| Grove City | 42,517 | $93,161 | $310,400 | 34.4% | 6.4% |
Population Overview
Mentor is a mid-sized community located in Ohio, within Lake County. The total population is 47,171. It ranks as the 22nd most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mentor is 46.5 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mentor is $88,949. This is 25% higher than the state median of $71,389. It is also 10% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 61% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $247,700. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Mentor is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mentor has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.4%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
36.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mentor, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mentor, Ohio?
Mentor, Ohio has a population of 47,171 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mentor, OH?
The median household income in Mentor is $88,949, which is 10% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mentor, OH?
The poverty rate in Mentor is 5.2%. This means approximately 2,431 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mentor, Ohio?
Mentor's population is 88.5% White, 1.8% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mentor, OH?
The median home value in Mentor is $247,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Mentor, Ohio?
36.6% of adults (25+) in Mentor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.