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Cost of living in Erie County, OH

Part of the Sandusky Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,672/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 74,938 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $795 30%
Federal tax $482 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $194 7%
Water $50 2%
State tax $31 1%

Rent in Erie County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$790
per month
1 bedroom
$795
per month
2 bedroom
$1,003
per month
3 bedroom
$1,213
per month
4 bedroom
$1,487
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Erie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,431
per year
Individual earnings
$39,512
per year
Per capita
$39,579
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Erie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$183,900
Annual property tax
$2,330

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Erie County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$131
per month · 15.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$63
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Erie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.4%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Erie County

State and local tax rates for Ohio.

State income tax
3.5%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.8%
Combined sales tax
7.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Erie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.5 min
Drive alone
82.5%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Erie County

What it costs to live in Erie County each month.

Single person
$2,672
per month
  • Rent $795
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $482
  • State tax $31
Couple
$3,997
per month
  • Rent $1,003
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $790
  • State tax $97
Family
$6,336
per month
  • Rent $1,213
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $790
  • State tax $97

Frequently asked questions about Erie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Erie County?

In Erie County, OH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $795 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,003 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,213 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Erie County?

In Erie County, OH, the average household income is $68,431 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,512 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Erie County?

The estimated cost of living in Erie County, OH is approximately $2,672 per month for a single person, $3,997 for a couple, $6,336 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Erie County?

The combined sales tax rate in Erie County, OH is 7.24%, which includes the Ohio state rate of 5.75% plus an average local rate of 1.49%.

Is Erie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Erie County, OH would need approximately $2,672 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,431 per year ($5,703 per month). Erie County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Erie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Erie County, OH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Erie County?

The average home value in Erie County, OH is $183,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,330, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Erie County compare to other areas?

You can compare Erie County, OH with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Erie County is in the Sandusky, OH metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources