Eastlake, Ohio facts for kids
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Eastlake, Ohio
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 Eastlake, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Eastlake, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Lake |
| Incorporated | 1948 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.54 sq mi (16.93 km2) |
| • Land | 6.41 sq mi (16.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| Elevation | 620 ft (190 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,670 |
| • Estimate
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17,363 |
| • Density | 2,757.92/sq mi (1,064.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
44095, 44097
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| Area code(s) | 440 |
| FIPS code | 39-23618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1086416 |
Eastlake is a city in Lake County, Ohio, United States. It gets its name from being located right by Lake Erie, northeast of Cleveland. In 2020, about 17,670 people lived here. Eastlake was officially made a city in 1948.
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Eastlake's Past
Eastlake is home to a special 9/11 Memorial. This memorial helps people remember the events of September 11, 2001.
A big event in Eastlake's history was the North America blackout on August 14, 2003. This huge power outage affected many people. It was linked to a power plant in Eastlake.
Where is Eastlake?
Eastlake is in the state of Ohio, USA. It covers about 6.5 square miles (16.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The city is located about 19 miles northeast of Cleveland, Ohio. It sits right along the beautiful shore of Lake Erie. Eastlake is part of the larger Greater Cleveland area.
Who Lives in Eastlake?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 4,700 | — | |
| 1960 | 12,467 | 165.3% | |
| 1970 | 19,690 | 57.9% | |
| 1980 | 21,954 | 11.5% | |
| 1990 | 21,161 | −3.6% | |
| 2000 | 20,255 | −4.3% | |
| 2010 | 18,577 | −8.3% | |
| 2020 | 17,670 | −4.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 17,363 | −6.5% | |
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In 2020, the population of Eastlake was 17,670 people. Most people in Eastlake speak English. A smaller number of people also speak Croatian.
Fun Things to See and Do
Eastlake has some interesting places. One unique spot is the Boulevard of 500 Flags. People say it's the "world's largest permanent display of American flags."
The city also has a branch of the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library. It's a great place to find books and learn new things.
Sports in Eastlake
Eastlake is home to Classic Park. This is a baseball stadium where the Lake County Captains play. The Captains are a Class A minor league baseball team. They are connected to the Cleveland Guardians, a major league team.
Schools in Eastlake
Eastlake is part of the Willoughby-Eastlake City School District. This school district includes two high schools: North High School and South High School. There are also three middle schools and five elementary schools for younger students.
Famous People from Eastlake
- Stipe Miocic, a well-known mixed martial artist.
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Location of Eastlake in Greater Cleveland
