Sheffield, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Sheffield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 4,287. Residents earn $102,384 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,287 Population 399/sq mi density
$102,384 Median Income $47,637 per capita
$265,100 Home Value $281,982 Zillow
$1,661 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,384 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$265,100 home value, $1,661/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,384
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $265,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.1%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,661
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

How Sheffield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,287
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density399/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,384
Per Capita$47,637
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$15,029M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,100
Rent$1,661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,982

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation624 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.1%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute24 min
EV Stations4
Libraries16

Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheffield receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Sheffield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sheffield is $102,384, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Sheffield among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheffield is $265,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,661 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheffield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sheffield has a population of 4,287 with a density of 399 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

4,287
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheffield is $102,384, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sheffield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,384
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,637
Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$73,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,969
County GDP$15,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants542
Healthcare693
Retail775
Manufacturing341

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,154
76% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheffield is $265,100, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,661 (43% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,982.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,100
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,982
Median List Price$549,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$549,500
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,661
43% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,154
76% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Sheffield, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sheffield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death9,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities693

Crime Rates: Sheffield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation624 ft (190 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.8 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates41.4569°N, 82.0940°W
County FIPS39093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.1%
16% above US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density399/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities693
Restaurants542
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home13.2%

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