Ohio · Metropolitan Area
Sandusky is a small city in Ohio with a population of 24,748. Residents earn $47,827 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sandusky receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sandusky has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Sandusky is $47,827, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sandusky is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Sandusky is below the national average at 289 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,149 per 100,000, 112% above the national average.
20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Sandusky experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,827 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,315 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,569 |
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,074 |
| County GDP | $5,356M |
| Restaurants | 278 |
| Healthcare | 223 |
| Retail | 296 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,868 |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.60% |
| Commute Time | 17.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $104,800 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $144,339 |
| Median List Price | $215,000 |
| Median List Price | $215,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $115 |
| Homes Sold | 24 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.4% |
| Price Drops | 16.9% |
| Inventory | 83 |
| Census Median Rent | $848 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,500 |
| Studio | $671 |
| 1 Bedroom | $799 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,214 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,868 |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.60% |
| Obesity | 46.0% |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.0% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.9% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,181/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 223 |
| Total Violent | 289.3/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Murder | 4.0/100K |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Rape | 23.8/100K |
| Robbery | 118.9/100K |
| Assault | 142.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,148.8/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 970.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,035.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 142.7/100K |
| Arson | 11.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.0 inches |
| 10% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 588 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,567/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4559°N, 82.7144°W |
| County FIPS | 39043 |
Winner: Republican by 14.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.5% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.69 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,567/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 223 |
| Restaurants | 278 |
| Retail Stores | 296 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 17.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |