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Sandusky, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Sanilac County County
Sandusky, MI
At a Glance
How Sandusky Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sandusky's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sandusky a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sandusky residents earn a median household income of $60,625 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,625. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 879 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sandusky is $112,300 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $169,811. Median rent is $724/month, with 28.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Sandusky reports 279 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,994/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in Sandusky hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sandusky has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.