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Sandusky, MI is a charming town located in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It has a population of about 5,000 people and offers a wide range of amenities for residents and visitors alike. The cost of living in Sandusky is quite low with the median 2 bedroom rent at just $800 per month and the grocery cost index being 91 compared to 100 in the US. It is also a great place to work, with local companies such as Dowagiac Manufacturing Co., Reitz Tool Co., and JBH Machine & Tool providing ample job opportunities.
When it comes to attractions, there are several options for visitors to explore during their stay. These include the Huron County Museum, the Historic White Pine Village, Fort Folle Avoine Historical Park, and Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic Site. Furthermore, nature lovers can enjoy fishing trips on Lake Huron or head over to Lakeport State Park and take part in activities such as hiking trails or swimming pools. With so much to offer it is no wonder why Sandusky continues to attract tourists from all over the world!

Sandusky has an unemployment rate of 6.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Sandusky has seen the job market increase by 0.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 23.1%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Sandusky
- The Sales Tax Rate for Sandusky is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Sandusky is 4.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Sandusky
- The average income of a Sandusky resident is $22,591 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Sandusky resident is $47,500 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySandusky, MichiganUnited States
  6.46
  -5.5%-6.2%
  23.1%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  4.3%4.6%
  $30,451$37,638
  $47,500$69,021
  $66,000$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.9%1.2%
  0.9%0.5%
  1.5%6.8%
  18.8%10.0%
  0.0%2.5%
  17.6%11.0%
  2.2%4.8%
  0.7%0.8%
  0.6%1.9%
  1.7%4.7%
  6.0%1.9%
  3.2%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  0.7%4.2%
  2.8%9.3%
  18.5%14.0%
  0.0%2.1%
  8.2%7.0%
  3.5%4.8%
  11.2%4.7%
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I lived in this city for 11 years, and loved it! Everybody here is so caring, Crime is rare here, our town is a lot Armada, Michigan You can't get much better than this!  More

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I've lived in Sandusky for about 28 years now, and its a nice little town. If you want a place where you will be known by your neighbors, where people look out for each  More

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