Sandusky County, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 44th-largest in Ohio
The population of Sandusky County, Ohio is 58,770 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 44th-largest county in Ohio. The median household income is $62,500, the median home value is $152,500, and the median age is 42.5.
The population of Sandusky County has declined 3.3% since 2010 (60,886 → 58,866), a -0.24% annualized rate.
58,770
Population
-0.24%
Annual growth
144
People / sq mi
$62,500
Median Income
$152,500
Median Home Value
Sandusky County covers 408 sq mi of land at 144.0 people per square mile.
About Sandusky County, OH
Sandusky County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.9% of the population. With 58,770 residents, Sandusky County is a county in Ohio. It ranks #44 among counties in Ohio by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $62,500 — below the US median of $78,538. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $152,500, with typical rent around $786.
Roughly 19.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.4%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Sandusky County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Sandusky County had a population of 60,886 in 2010 and 58,866 in 2024, a -3.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 60,886 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.24%.
58,866
Population (2024)
60,886
Population (2010)
60,886
Peak (2010)
-0.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,886 |
| 2011 | 60,609 |
| 2012 | 60,467 |
| 2013 | 60,052 |
| 2014 | 59,830 |
| 2015 | 59,476 |
| 2016 | 59,311 |
| 2017 | 59,097 |
| 2018 | 58,726 |
| 2019 | 58,520 |
| 2020 | 58,878 |
| 2021 | 58,769 |
| 2022 | 58,591 |
| 2023 | 58,785 |
| 2024 | 58,866 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.5
Median Age
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Male
19.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.7% · Seniors (65+): 19.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $62,500$-7,180 vs state |
| Mean household income | $82,018 |
| Per-capita income | $34,573 |
| Poverty rate | 9.1%-0.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 58.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Sandusky County is manufacturing, accounting for 26.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
2.0%
Carpool
85.7%
Public transit
3.4%
Work from home
20.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$152,500$-46,700 vs state
Median home value
$786
Median rent
74.3%
Homeownership rate
26,475
Total housing units
92.4%
Occupied
7.6%
Vacant
25.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.3%
With health insurance
92.7%
With broadband internet
12.9%
Foreign-born
7.7%
Veterans (18+)
16.6%
With a disability
95.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.3%
High School+
19.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sandusky County, Ohio has a population of 58,770 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 44th-largest county in Ohio. Population density is 144 people per square mile.
The population of Sandusky County has declined 3.3% since 2010 (60,886 → 58,866), a -0.24% annualized rate.
The median household income in Sandusky County, Ohio is $62,500, with mean (average) household income of $82,018 and per-capita income of $34,573. 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Sandusky County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.7%), Black or African American (3.2%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Sandusky County, Ohio is 42.5 years. Residents are 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
The median home value in Sandusky County is $152,500 and median monthly rent is $786. 74.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 26,475 total housing units, 7.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Sandusky County, Ohio is manufacturing, employing 26.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Columbus is among the largest cities associated with Sandusky County, Ohio, with a population of 906,480.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.