Sheffield, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $75,938

1% higher than US avg

Home Value $208,800

26% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 58.9%

75% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.7%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population107

Median Age66.1 yrs

Density120/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans31.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$75,938

Per Capita$42,751

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$788M

Commute10 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$208,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units49

Rent Burden13.9%

Health

Obesity40.7%

Uninsured22.5%

Smoking19.7%

Depression23.7%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain15.0 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation2,144 ft (653 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+58.9%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+38.7%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%

Commute10 min

Broadband65.0%

Libraries1

Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheffield receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. 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 $75,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheffield is $208,800, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Sheffield is a highly educated community — 58.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheffield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sheffield has a population of 107 with a density of 120 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40.2% female and 59.8% male. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 15% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.3% of residents, while 9.7% speak Spanish. 31.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 51.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

107

Total Population

120

People / sq mi

66.1yrs

Median Age

70% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.8%

Female 40.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.3%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.7%
	28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheffield is $75,938, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,751. The average weekly wage is $1,085, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 200 business establishments, including 20 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sheffield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$75,938
	1% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,751
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,085
IRS Avg AGI	$69,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	200
County GDP	$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants	20
Healthcare	6
Retail	17

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	9.8 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheffield is $208,800, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 49 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. 13.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$208,800
	26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	49
Median Year Built	1995

Property Tax

In Sheffield, 40.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 37.8% have high blood pressure. 19.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 35.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 22.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,534. The dentist ratio is 1:2,943. 89.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.7%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	14.9%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	37.8%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	5.9%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.7%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	35.2%
Depression	23.7%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	17.0%
Short Sleep	41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	22.5%
	162% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,534
Dentists	1:2,943
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	46.4%
Premature Death	13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	89.6%
Healthcare Facilities	6

Sheffield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 2,144 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	66.0°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	15.0 inches
	60% below US avg
Snowfall	0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,144 ft (653 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density	120/sq mi
Coordinates	30.6859°N, 101.8224°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Crockett County County
County FIPS	48105

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	45°F (7°C)	0.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	50°F (10°C)	0.7 in
March	58°F (15°C)	0.6 in
April	66°F (19°C)	1.2 in
May	74°F (23°C)	1.9 in
June	80°F (27°C)	1.7 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.3 in	Warmest
August	82°F (28°C)	1.7 in
September	76°F (24°C)	2.8 in	Wettest
October	66°F (19°C)	2.1 in
November	54°F (12°C)	0.8 in
December	47°F (8°C)	0.6 in

Sheffield has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 45°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.5").

Sheffield is located in Crockett County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 58.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 38.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.7% of the vote, a 53.9-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 6 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%

D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	58.9%
	75% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	38.7%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	120/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi
County	Crockett County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	65.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	6
Restaurants	20
Retail Stores	17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	9.8 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sheffield

What is the population of Sheffield?

Sheffield has a population of 107 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 40.2% female and 59.8% male.

Is Sheffield expensive to live in?

Sheffield has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $75,938, 1% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,800 (26% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sheffield?

Sheffield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Sheffield?

The job market in Sheffield is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,085. There are 200 business establishments in the area, including 20 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sheffield?

The median home value in Sheffield is $208,800.

How are the schools in Sheffield?

Schools in Sheffield score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 58.9% of adults in Sheffield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 38.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sheffield?

The obesity rate in Sheffield is 40.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.7% of adults are smokers. 35.2% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 22.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 89.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,534.

What is transportation like in Sheffield?

The average commute in Sheffield is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sheffield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sheffield is 76.6% White, 15% Black or African American. 90.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.7% speak Spanish. 31.0% of the population are military veterans. 51.6% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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