Livability Score

83
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities D

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (2) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Harmony Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (8) A+
Jerome T. Osborne Senior Stadium
Stadium
Mentor Civic Waterpark
Water Park
Mentor Civic Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Mentor Civic Arena
Stadium
All about you! Entertainment
Theatre Arts
Atlas Cinemas 16
Cinema
Round 1 Bowling Alley
Bowling Alley
WonderCleveland
Art Gallery
Diamond Center 16
Cinema
Osborne Water Park
Water Park
Food and Drink (64) F
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Confectionary Cupboard
Sweets
Primos Pizza
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Nicks Gyros
Fast Food
Verdis
Deli
Malleys
Sweets
Delaneys
Bar
Manhattan Deli
Deli
Spuddy's Tavern
Bar
State Beverage
Beverages
Ale Haus Tavern
Bar
Five Guys
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
17th State Brewing Co
Beverages
Panda Express
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Bruegger's Bagels
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Toth's Place
Bar
Fitness (6) F
FITWORKS
Gym
Contours Express
Gym
ONYX Health Club
Gym
Hope Family Fitness & Play
Gym
Titans Gym
Gym
Fitness First
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Groceries (10) F
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
The Olive and The Grape
Grocery Store
Heinen's
Grocery Store
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Meijer
Grocery Store
Marc's
Grocery Store
Barb & Patty's Butcher Palace
Butcher
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Mentor Family Foods
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
The Olive & The Grape
Grocery Store
Marc's
Grocery Store
Heartland Health Food
Health Food
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Marc's
Grocery Store
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Parks (32) F
Mentor Memorial Park
Park
Garfield Playground
Playground
Garfield Playground
Playground
Advent Playground
Playground
Spring Brook Gardens Park
Park
John R. McMinn Memorial Park
Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Park
James A Garfield National Historic Site
Park
Presidents Park
Park
Wildwood Park
Park
Bellflower Playground
Playground
Eleanor B. Garfield Park
Park
Krueger Park
Park
Kiddie Jungle Play
Playground
Young Steps Playground
Playground
Edward R. Walsh Park
Park
Mentor Beach Park
Park
Ridge Playground
Playground
Overlook Beach Park
Park
Life Point Playground
Playground
Osborne Park
Park
Fairgrounds
Park
Sunset Park
Park
Shops (138) A-
Big Lots
Department Store
Gabe's
Clothing
T-N-T Tanning
Beauty
Ollie's Bargain Outlet
Discount Store
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Rebel
Convenience Store
Electronic Surplus
Electronics
Sunoco
Convenience Store
Salon Eclipse
Hairdresser
My Olde Tyme Barber Shop
Hairdresser
That And This Bazaar
Gift Shop
Convenient Food Mart
Convenience Store
PetSmart
Pets
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
Optician
Cycle Sport & Fitness
Bicycle
T-N-T Tanning
Beauty
Stylize Hair Design
Hairdresser
Walmart
Department Store
Sheetz
Convenience Store
Lisa G's Shear Perfection Salon
Hairdresser
Marathon
Convenience Store
Great Clips
Hairdresser
Sola Salon Studios
Hairdresser
Top Shelf Embroidery
Clothing
Speedway
Convenience Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 1.2% take public transportation in Mentor.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.2%
F
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cost of living A

The cost of living in Mentor is 97/100 - which is 6% higher than Ohio.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
C+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A-
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crime A-

Mentor crime rates are 1,577 per 100k, which is 24% lower than Ohio
Property Crime
1,417 crimes per 100k
B
Violent Crime
159 crimes per 100k
A+
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employment A+

The median income in Mentor is $73,208 - which is 44% higher than Ohio.
Med. Household Income
$73,208
B
Unemployment Rate
2.0%
A+
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (24)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Polar Pediatric Dental Care
Dentist
Mentor Urgent Care
Clinic
Mentor Fire Department
Fire Station
Mentor Police Department
Police
Fioritto Family Dental
Dentist
Mentor Family Practice
Doctor
Crossroads
Clinic
Bass Lake Child Care
Doctor
Ohio Renal Care Group
Clinic
University Hospitals - Mentor Health Center
Hospital
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
John Schuster
Dentist
Anthony Castrovinci
Doctor
Affordable Dentures & Implants
Dentist
Lumina Imaging & Diagnostics
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Greiner Visger - Dental Associates
Dentist
Mentor Fire Department
Fire Station
Danardo Scarso D.D.S.
Dentist
Mentor Medical Park Clinic
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Lake Health Mentor Campus
Hospital
Mentor-On-The-Lake Police Department
Police
Dental Group of Mentor
Dentist
Mentor Fire Station - Station 4
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
F
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housing A+

Mentor home prices are $183,600 - which is 39% higher than Ohio
Home Price
$183,600
B
Home Appreciation Rate
9%
B+
Home Affordability
2.5x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools A+

The Mentor graduation rate is 93% - which is 8% higher than Ohio
School Test Scores
80%
A
High School Grad. Rates
93%
A
Elementary Schools (12) F
Fairfax Elementary School
Orchard Hollow Elementary School
Garfield Elementary School
Memorial Middle School
St Mary Of The Assumption School
Shore Middle School
Mentor Christian School
Hopkins Elementary School
Bellflower Elementary School
Lake Elementary School
Clyde C Hadden Elementary School
Ridge Middle School
Brentmoor Elementary School
Melridge Elementary School
Buckeye Elementary School
Willo-Hill Christian School
Grant Elementary School
High Schools (3) D-
Mentor High School
Mentor Christian School
Lake Catholic High School
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ratings A+

Mentor has an overall rating of 97% from 14 reviews.
User Reviews (5)
From AreaVibes
A+
User Surveys (9)
From AreaVibes
A+
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Mentor is fantastic 5 rating By Kristy Miller ( Mar 24, 2016) My family moved to Mentor a little over three years ago, and we are so happy here. We love the sense of community and the friendliness. There are lots of great places to eat here and fun things to do. I would recommend Mentor to anyone looking for a great place to live or visit. ...Read More Read Less
You're going to love our city! 5 rating By antelogarusic ( Mar 24, 2016) OK, Mentor will never be confused with South Beach but it's a great place to call home as well as visit. Mentor has an outstanding sense of community pride and t's a great place to raise a family. Mentor Schools are top notch and there are a wealth of recreational opportunities a ...Read More vailable. The City has over a dozen parks, a newly improved golf course, a marina, nature preserve, ice arena (with 2 full size rinks and a studio rink), amphitheater, 3 swimming pools and a mile-long natural sand beach - which is the largest in Ohio.History lovers can visit the James A Garfield National Historic Site.What Mentor is really known for is the shopping and dining. There are over 160 restaurants and 300 retailers to choose from. The city offers a visitors guide which you can download at visitmentor.com.Toss in the Mentor Farmers Market, Mentor Rocks Summer Concert Series, Headlands BeachFest, CityFest and other near-weekly events and it's easy to see that there is always something to do in the eastside waterfront community. Read Less
Home Sweet Mentor 5 rating By CBurs ( Mar 24, 2016) Mentor is a great place to call home. The schools are outstanding and on the cutting edge of 21st century education. The recreation department and city amenities are top notch. There is shopping and dining that is quality, never more than a few minutes away. We have beautiful par ...Read More ks in which to enjoy nature. It feels like a tight community even though we have tens of thousands of people living here. The people are kind and welcoming. I love it here. Read Less
Love the city of Mentor 5 rating By Asitkowski ( Mar 23, 2016) I love living in Mentor. It's close to everything and has a great sense of community. The schools are thriving and making smart decisions. You are close to the lake and highway and so many restaurants and stores. I feel safe living in Mentor which is huge. There are so many oppor ...Read More tunities to get involved and the cater to everyone's needs in the activities provided. I am excited to raise my family here. Read Less
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Home Sweet Mentor 5 rating By CBurs ( Mar 24, 2016) Mentor is a great place to call home. The schools are outstanding and on the cutting edge of 21st century education. The recreation department and city amenities are top notch. There is shopping and dining that is quality, never more than a few minutes away. We have beautiful par ...Read More ks in which to enjoy nature. It feels like a tight community even though we have tens of thousands of people living here. The people are kind and welcoming. I love it here. Read Less
Love the city of Mentor 5 rating By Asitkowski ( Mar 23, 2016) I love living in Mentor. It's close to everything and has a great sense of community. The schools are thriving and making smart decisions. You are close to the lake and highway and so many restaurants and stores. I feel safe living in Mentor which is huge. There are so many oppor ...Read More tunities to get involved and the cater to everyone's needs in the activities provided. I am excited to raise my family here. Read Less
Visit Mentor, OH 5 rating By Anonymous ( May 24, 2012) I have lived in Mentor, OH for many years. This is one of the best places in the world to live if you are looking for friendly people and exciting attractions. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy visiting the beautiful Headlands Beach State Park. Enjoy walking along the beach, going f ...Read More ishing, or traveling down bike trails. Mentor also has a dog park that is perfect for your furry family pet to play in often. There are plenty of fun things for shoppers to enjoy in Mentor too like the Great Lakes Mall or any of the other retail outlets and shops in this area. There are many good places to eat in this area from fancy restaurants to nostalgic diners like the Cruisin 50's Diner.

Mentor, Ohio is a wonderful place for all ages. There is a good school system set up in this area for young children through high school. The weather in Mentor is good. The summers are warm, perfect for outdoor picnics, and fun. The winter months are seasonally cold. This area has many fun things to do inside during the cold weather like going ice skating at the Mentor Civic Arena.

Mentor has many good historical sites that you can visit. Many older building have a lot of history in them in this part of the world. You can look at the home of the past President of the United States, James Garfield. You can also discover the Mentor Fire Museum and see antique equipment from long ago. Golf is a great past time in this area too. You can join one of many different golf clubs. Mentor, Ohio has something for everyone to enjoy. It is a great place to visit or live anytime of the year. Read Less

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      D Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Mentor? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Mentor Memorial Park
      Garfield Playground
      Garfield Playground
      Advent Playground
      Spring Brook Gardens Park
      John R. McMinn Memorial Park
      Veterans Memorial Park
      James A Garfield National Historic Site

      Entertainment

      Jerome T. Osborne Senior Stadium
      Mentor Civic Waterpark
      Mentor Civic Amphitheater
      Mentor Civic Arena
      All about you! Entertainment
      Atlas Cinemas 16
      Round 1 Bowling Alley
      WonderCleveland

      Food & Drink

      Wendy's
      Taco Bell
      Dairy Queen
      McDonald's
      Confectionary Cupboard
      Primos Pizza
      Subway
      Nicks Gyros

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Mentor? Of all people who commute, 1.2% take public transportation in Mentor.
      Drive to Work
      86%

      9% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Mentor a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Lake Health Mentor Campus
      University Hospitals - Mentor Health Center

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Mentor Family Practice
      Bass Lake Child Care