Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Sheffield is a small city in Alabama with a population of 9,334. Residents earn $42,097 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sheffield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sheffield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Sheffield is $42,097, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Sheffield is $127,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 800 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,185 per 100,000, 165% above the national average.
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Sheffield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,097 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,539 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,116 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,980 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,621 |
| County GDP | $3,559M |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 229 |
| Manufacturing | 87 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,751 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.38% |
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
| Census Median | $127,100 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $128,110 |
| Median List Price | $122,350 |
| Median List Price | $122,350 |
| $/Sq Ft | $110 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.6% |
| Price Drops | 17.7% |
| Inventory | 51 |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $923 |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,751 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.38% |
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.1% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,370/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 800.2/100K |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Murder | 11.0/100K |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Rape | 98.7/100K |
| Robbery | 87.7/100K |
| Assault | 602.9/100K |
| Total Property | 5,184.7/100K |
| 165% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,655.2/100K |
| Theft | 3,124.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 405.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 58.0 inches |
| 53% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,335/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7570°N, 87.6971°W |
| County FIPS | 01033 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.9% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,335/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Retail Stores | 229 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |