Erie County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 79,551 people, with a population density of about 311.96 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 255.00 square miles (660.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Sandusky, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Sandusky.
Geographically, Erie County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Berlin Heights 777 ft and its lowest point at Bay View 575 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.