Upper Sandusky, OH

Ohio

Upper Sandusky is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,580. Residents earn $72,379 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,580 Population 975/sq mi density
$72,379 Median Income $35,593 per capita
$151,300 Home Value $199,676 Zillow
$754 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
213 Violent Crime/100K 2,004 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,379 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,300 home value, $754/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
213 violent crimes/100K (44% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,379
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,300
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 213/100K
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $754
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

How Upper Sandusky Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,580
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density975/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,379
Per Capita$35,593
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,300
Rent$754
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,676

Crime

F
Violent213/100K
Property2,004/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault106/100K
Burglary304/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation813 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Upper Sandusky a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upper Sandusky receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Upper Sandusky offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upper Sandusky is $72,379, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Upper Sandusky is $151,300, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $754 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Upper Sandusky is below the national average at 213 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,004 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Upper Sandusky experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Upper Sandusky has a population of 6,580 with a density of 975 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

6,580
Total Population
975
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Upper Sandusky vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Upper Sandusky vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upper Sandusky is $72,379, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Upper Sandusky vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,379
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,593
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$64,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)589
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare41
Retail64
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,569
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Upper Sandusky is $151,300, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,676.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,300
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,676

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$754
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,569
27% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Upper Sandusky, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Upper Sandusky vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death8,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access35.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Upper Sandusky has a violent crime rate of 213 per 100,000 residents, 44% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,004 per 100,000 (2% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Upper Sandusky vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent212.6/100K
44% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape91.1/100K
Robbery15.2/100K
Assault106.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,004.3/100K
2% above US avg
Burglary303.7/100K
Theft1,670.2/100K
Vehicle Theft30.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Upper Sandusky has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation813 ft (248 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density975/sq mi
Coordinates40.8307°N, 83.2707°W
County FIPS39175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density975/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants46
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home3.4%

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