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Sheffield, PA

Pennsylvania · Warren County

Sheffield is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 721. Residents earn $56,331 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
721 Population 412/sq mi density
$56,331 Median Income $22,950 per capita
$104,800 Home Value
$683 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$56,331 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,800 home value, $683/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,331
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,331
Per Capita$22,950
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$1,726M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,800
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units368
Rent Burden18.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute17 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries5

Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheffield receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $56,331, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheffield is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% 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 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 71.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sheffield has a population of 721 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

721
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheffield is $56,331, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Sheffield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,331
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$60,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)910
County GDP$1,726M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare111
Retail107
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheffield is $104,800, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,800
63% below US avg
Median List Price$119,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$119,000
$/Sq Ft$73
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units368
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall71.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates41.7010°N, 79.0299°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWarren County County
County FIPS42123
Sheffield is located in Warren County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi
CountyWarren County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants71
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Nearby Cities

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