Sandusky County, Ohio Housing Market
In Sandusky County, Ohio, the median home value is $160,700, with a median monthly rent of $783. This places Sandusky County at #2004 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #64 within Ohio.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,053
- Establishments: 1,361
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 18
- Multi-family: 12
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 25,893 (avg $62,213)
- Outflow: 25,182 (avg $62,326)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 6 active ZIP codes in Sandusky County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44836 | 172.4 | -11.34% | 2025 |
| 2 | 43457 | 179.8 | +8.06% | 2025 |
| 3 | 43431 | 183.2 | -9.88% | 2025 |
| 4 | 43406 | 187.1 | +3.33% | 2025 |
| 5 | 43435 | 198.3 | — | 2025 |
| 6 | 43410 | 181.6 | +4.74% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Sandusky County | Ohio Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $160,700 | $196,325 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $783 | $904 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 73.4% | 73.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 17.1 | 17.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Sandusky County is 18.1% below the Ohio state average and 29.4% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $783/month is 13.4% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 17.1, the buy-vs-rent decision in Sandusky County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Sandusky County has an owner-occupancy rate of 73.4%, compared to 73.7% in Ohio and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prowers County | Colorado | $160,600 | $808 |
| Clinton County | Iowa | $160,600 | $850 |
| Henry County | Missouri | $160,600 | $768 |
| Tioga County | New York | $160,800 | $928 |
| Doddridge County | West Virginia | $160,800 | $866 |
Other Counties in Ohio
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashtabula County | $159,500 | $828 | 75.7% |
| Defiance County | $163,200 | $846 | 79.3% |
| Wyandot County | $163,400 | $827 | 74.1% |
| Noble County | $163,600 | $707 | 83.5% |
| Guernsey County | $157,700 | $864 | 72.1% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).