Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 269,544 ↓ 0.5% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $61,476 18% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $169,500 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% |
| Median Age | 40.1 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 8.3% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 44 transactions |
| Active Listings | 62 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 459 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $35,239 |
| Recent Sales | 30 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 200 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 6.20 acres |
| Active Listings | 29 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 15.60 | $290,000 | $18,590 | 10701 Strecker Rd | Bellevue |
| Jan 2026 | 2.55 | $550,000 | $215,686 | 1575 Cleveland Rd | Sandusky |
| Jan 2026 | 1.49 | $179,800 | $120,672 | Millwood Ln | Milan |
| Jan 2026 | 2.98 | $179,800 | $60,279 | 0 Millwood Ln | Milan |
| Jan 2026 | 14.22 | $68,500 | $4,817 | Edson St | Vermilion |
| Dec 2025 | 1.18 | $178,500 | $150,849 | 0 E Point Dr Lot 7 | Kelleys Island |
| Dec 2025 | 2.15 | $124,000 | $57,599 | 5921 Risden Rd | Vermilion |
| Dec 2025 | 29.76 | $446,340 | $15,000 | 0 Us Highway 224 W | Willard |
| Nov 2025 | 1.01 | $90,000 | $89,110 | 6412 Milan Rd | Sandusky |
| Oct 2025 | 9.24 | $250,000 | $27,053 | 402 Bardshar Rd | Sandusky |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1.51 | $85,400 | $56,556 | 0 Trinter Rd | Vermilion |
| Sep 2025 | 1.87 | $62,450 | $33,442 | State Route 269 St | Sandusky |
| Sep 2025 | 1.87 | $62,450 | $33,449 | 0 Saint Rte #269 | Sandusky |
| Sep 2025 | 1.28 | $45,000 | $35,239 | 39 W Perkins Ave | Sandusky |
| Aug 2025 | 1.36 | $23,000 | $16,947 | 0 Mill Pond Dr | Sandusky |
| Jul 2025 | 1.00 | $85,000 | $85,000 | 0 Galloway Rd | Sandusky |
| Jul 2025 | 1.15 | $36,000 | $31,304 | 0 Rogers Rd | Castalia |
| Jul 2025 | 2.00 | $74,000 | $37,000 | 5611 Skadden Rd | Sandusky |
| Jun 2025 | 1.00 | $55,000 | $55,000 | 16211 Sperry Rd | Vermilion |
| Jun 2025 | 4.85 | $160,000 | $32,994 | 676 Salem Dr | Huron |
| Jun 2025 | 25.24 | $405,000 | $16,046 | Chapin Huron | Huron |
| Jun 2025 | 25.24 | $405,000 | $16,046 | Chapin Rd | Huron |
| Jun 2025 | 1.04 | $30,000 | $28,846 | 113 Sr | Wakeman |
| May 2025 | 12.60 | $165,000 | $13,093 | 3006 Bayfield Dr | Huron |
| May 2025 | 1.07 | $168,900 | $157,438 | 10 Pheasant Ln | Kelleys Island |
| May 2025 | 2.90 | $110,000 | $37,931 | 10212 State Route 113 E | Berlin Heights |
| Apr 2025 | 5.01 | $77,500 | $15,481 | 269 Saint Rte | Bellevue |
| Apr 2025 | 1.46 | $409,560 | $280,523 | State Route 60 | Vermilion |
| Mar 2025 | 3.00 | $157,274 | $52,425 | 0 Wikel Rd | Huron |
| Mar 2025 | 10.48 | $210,000 | $20,042 | 0 Ransom Rd | Sandusky |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $60,000 |
| Recent Sales | 14 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 123 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.36 acres |
| Active Listings | 33 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.19 | $150,000 | 22 N Shore Middle | Middle Bass |
| Jan 2026 | 0.35 | $59,000 | 3033 Lauras Ln | Sandusky |
| Jan 2026 | 0.71 | $169,000 | 0 Lauras Ln Lot O | Sandusky |
| Dec 2025 | 0.23 | $34,200 | 2822 Sunset Ln | Sandusky |
| Dec 2025 | 0.69 | $43,000 | Lake Breeze Dr | Huron |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $20,000 | 0 Pearl St | Sandusky |
| Oct 2025 | 0.19 | $85,000 | Harbor Ln | Kelleys Island |
| Oct 2025 | 0.38 | $82,750 | Chardonnay Dr | Kelleys Island |
| Oct 2025 | 1.00 | $440,000 | 705 E Lakeshore Dr | Kelleys Island |
| Oct 2025 | 0.38 | $82,750 | 0 Chardonnay Dr Lot 3 | Kelleys Island |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 0.22 | $60,000 | Vermilion Rd | Vermilion |
| Sep 2025 | 0.10 | $2,500 | 0 Pierce St | Sandusky |
| Sep 2025 | 0.20 | $33,100 | 0 Indiana Ave | Sandusky |
| Sep 2025 | 0.12 | $8,000 | 0 3rd St | Sandusky |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 74,938 |
| Population (2020) | 75,622 |
| Population Growth | -0.9% |
| Median Household Income | $68,431 |
| Median Home Value | $183,900 |
| Total Housing Units | 38,400 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,278 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.3% |
| Median Age | 45.2 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 10,160 (13.6%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 5.1% |
Market Overview
Erie County, Ohio has a population of 74,938, which has declined 0.9% since 2020. The median household income is $68,431, below the national median of $74,580 by 8.2%. With a median home value of $183,900 and an unemployment rate of 5.1%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 16.3% suggests soft market conditions. The county's location in Ohio makes it accessible for investors and developers seeking rural land. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $28,846 per acre, with properties averaging 7.50 acres. There are currently 62 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Erie County, Ohio?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Erie County has a population of 74,938. The county has declined 0.9% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Erie County?
The median household income in Erie County is $68,431, which is 8.2% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Erie County growing or shrinking?
Erie County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.9% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Erie County?
The median home value in Erie County is $183,900. The housing vacancy rate is 16.3%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, indicating a moderate local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $28,846 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $36,470.
Does Reelvest buy land in Erie County, Ohio?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Ohio, including Erie County. We make cash offers within 24-48 hours, close in 14-30 days, and pay all closing costs. Get your free cash offer today.
Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.