Single-Family Dwellings on the Rise
As of the end of May, the number of single-family dwellings constructed in the City (48) increased 60% over the previous year (2015) and is at its highest number since 1999.
Mentor’s April Unemployment Rate Decreased to 3.9%
The unemployment rate for the City of Mentor decreased 0.7% to 3.9% for the month of April 2016. One year ago the unemployment rate was 3.8%. In Lake County, the unemployment rate decreased to 4.3% in the month of April; one year ago the unemployment rate was 4.2%.
The City of Mentor is tied for second with Kettering and Columbus for the lowest unemployment rate among cities with a population of 50,000 or more. Lakewood remains the lowest at 3.7%. The City’s civilian labor force increased slightly to 26,500, an addition of 300.
The State of Ohio’s unemployment rate decreased to 4.8% for the month of April; 0.2% higher from one year ago.
United States Census Population Estimates Comparison
The United States Census Bureau released population estimates for July 1, 2015; this represents the mid-point between decennial censuses.
| 2010 | 2015 | Change | % Change | |
| Mentor | 47,159 | 46,901 | -258 | -0.5 |
| Willoughby | 22,268 | 22,631 | 363 | 1.6 |
| Painesville | 19,563 | 19,776 | 213 | 1.0 |
| Concord | 18,201 | 18,245 | 44 | 0.2 |
While the City of Mentor continues its population loss; it is modest as are the population “gains” in abutting communities.