Sandusky

Erie County, Ohio

Population 75K |Median income $71,993 |1 hospital

Population

74,581

Erie County

Median Income

$71,993

+6% vs avg

Median Home Value

$199,700

-12% vs avg

Median Age

45.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

75K-3%

Median Income

$71,993+55%

Median Home Value

$199,700+48%

Poverty Rate

13%-2%

Unemployment

5.3%-40%

Economics

Median Rent

$933/mo

Poverty Rate

13% -8% vs avg

Unemployment 5.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 29%

Work From Home 6%

Public Transit 2.5%

Population

White 80.8%

African American 8.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 5.3%

Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

41.6%

Obesity

40.1%

Short Sleep Duration

35.2%

Physical Inactivity

28%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.8%

Binge Drinking

15.6%

Current Smoking

14.9%

Diabetes

14.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.3%

Current Asthma

10.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.8%

Annual Checkup 82%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

8.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

7.7%

Stroke

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

FIRELANDS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

SANDUSKY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Sandusky Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Sandusky, OH? ▼

Sandusky, OH has a population of 74,581 people, located in Erie County, Ohio.

What is the median household income in Sandusky? ▼

The median household income in Sandusky, OH is $71,993 per year. The poverty rate is 13%.

What is the median home value in Sandusky? ▼

The median home value in Sandusky, OH is $199,700. Median rent is $933/month.

What are the top health concerns in Sandusky? ▼

The top health indicators in Sandusky include High Blood Pressure (41.6%), Obesity (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (35.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Sandusky? ▼

Sandusky has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Sandusky? ▼

The median age in Sandusky, OH is 45.3 years. 29% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sandusky, OH is located in Erie County, Ohio. With a population of 75K and a median household income of $71,993, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sandusky area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Erie County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.