Sandusky, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,692 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$654 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sanilac County
2
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sanilac County
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 20
Feb 2 8 22
Mar 2 5 32
Apr 2 1 44
May 2 0 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 9 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MI State Senate District 25, MI State House District 98, MI
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Schools

Sandusky Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Sandusky JuniorSenior High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

St Clair County Community College
37 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Marlette Regional Hospital
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
Hills & Dales General Hospital
22 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
56 miles, W • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
63 miles, NW • 1 star
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