Sheffield, Australia

Full City Profile

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,488 Population 3/sq mi density

853 ft Elevation 260 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

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Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.4 / 5.0

$17,407 median income, 6.5% unemployment

Affordability

3.0 / 5.0

$112,600 home value, $563/mo rent

Sheffield, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$17,407

77% below

$17,407 per capita

Home Value

$112,600

60% below

Median Rent

$563/mo

52% below

Unemployment

6.5%

81% above

Avg Temperature

53°F

258 sunny days/yr

Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?

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2.7 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Sheffield residents earn a median household income of $17,407 , which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,407. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 141 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Sheffield is $112,600 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $563/month.

Climate & Weather

Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,488

Median Age54.0 yrs

Density3/mi²

Foreign Born13.0%

Economy

Median Income$17,407

Per Capita$17,407

Unemployment6.5%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$335

Housing

Home Value$112,600

Rent$563

Ownership75.8%

Housing Units595

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days258/yr

Rain42.8 in/yr

Elevation853 ft

Did You Know?

13.0% of residents are foreign-born.