Median Income
$64,297
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$138,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$648
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.6%
2% higher than US avg
How Sheffield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,204
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,297
Per Capita$30,516
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$790M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$138,500
Rent$648
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,562
Health
Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,071 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute20 min
Libraries4
Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sheffield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sheffield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sheffield is $64,297, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sheffield is $138,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Sheffield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Sheffield has a population of 1,204 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).
Population
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Sheffield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Sheffield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sheffield is $64,297, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Sheffield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,297 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,516 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,117 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 364 |
| County GDP | $790M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |
The median home value in Sheffield is $138,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,562.
Home Values
| Census Median | $138,500 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,562 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $648 |
| 44% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,431 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.48% |
In Sheffield, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sheffield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,806/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Sheffield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.1 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,071 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8888°N, 93.2071°W |
| County FIPS | 19069 |