44870 Zip Code, Sandusky

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandusky

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 106 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 44870 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 44870 in Sandusky, OH has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sandusky.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 141 (41% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 103 (3% above avg)

44870 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Sandusky city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
103 +3% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
141 +41% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

44870 Crime Map

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44870 Demographics & Context

Population
40,057
Median Income
$60,390
Home Value
$179,508
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
432/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.8%
Graduate Degree 6.5%

Housing

52%
48%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 71.9%
Black 19.3%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 44870, Sandusky?

Zip code 44870 in Sandusky, OH has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 106, which is 6% above the national average. Zip code 44870 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sandusky.

Is Zip code 44870 a safe neighborhood in Sandusky?

Zip code 44870 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sandusky, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 141), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sandusky.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 44870?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 44870 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 44870?

Zip code 44870 has a population of approximately 40,057. The median household income is $60,390. The median home value is $179,508. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 44870 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 44870's overall crime rate is 6% above the national average (index 106 vs 100). Within Sandusky, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.