Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 28% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 416 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 17,919 (33.7%) |
| Some College | 6,559 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 7,892 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 4,916 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,396 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,826 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $180,630 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $914/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 39,901 |
| Vacant Units | 6,335 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Erie County is located in Ohio and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 78,232 residents. With a median age of 45.46, it is a mature county.
Erie County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,826 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Erie County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $180,630 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $914. Homeownership rates are high at 71.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Erie County are primarily White (81.1%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Erie County, OH is a solidly middle-class area in Ohio. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44814 | Berlin Heights | 2,329 | $72,455 | $231,100 | $878 | 2.5% | 30.8% |
| 44824 | Castalia | 3,952 | $82,321 | $176,400 | $742 | 0.8% | 37.2% |
| 44839 | Huron | 12,702 | $77,377 | $234,700 | $888 | 5.2% | 46.6% |
| 43438 | Kelleys Island | 198 | $91,875 | $333,300 | — | 28.1% | 55.4% |
| 44846 | Milan | 3,361 | $97,109 | $235,200 | $963 | 2.9% | 36.5% |
| 44870 | Sandusky | 39,817 | $58,797 | $148,600 | $863 | 7.7% | 35.3% |
| 44089 | Vermilion | 15,873 | $72,045 | $197,900 | $1,102 | 5.8% | 39.6% |