Sandusky
City in Ohio, United States
Overview
Sandusky, Ohio, sits on the shores of Lake Erie and is famed for its waterfront and as the gateway to Cedar Point, one of the world's top amusement parks. The city blends historical architecture with modern entertainment options, offering lakefront activities, dining, shops, and lively local life. Its manageable size makes it easy to get around while providing plenty of attractions for all ages.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Ohio
Population
25,095
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
41.45°, -82.71°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,065
Local Cost
$1,300
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
78
English
100
Temperature
10.4°C
Summer Avg
22.0°C
Winter Avg
-1.3°C
Record High
33.0°C
Record Low
-23.0°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
911 mm
Internet Speed
446 Mbps
Upload
381 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
24
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
7
Parks
14
Transport
70
Walk Score
70
Footways
140.0
Airport
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Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 11 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 76/100.