Sheffield, VT

Vermont

Sheffield is a small town in Vermont with a population of 200. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
200 Population 313/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $28,180 per capita
$106,300 Home Value $215,374 Zillow
$983 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $983/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $983
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$28,180
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,641M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$983
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,374

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation930 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+87.1%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 54%
Commute21 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries14

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, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheffield is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheffield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 141.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Sheffield has a population of 200 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

200
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64%
Female 36%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.0%
10% above US avg
Spanish14.0%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheffield is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sheffield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,180
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$62,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,220
County GDP$1,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare121
Retail137
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,286
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheffield is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,374.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,374

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$983
15% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,286
108% above US avg
Effective Rate6.85%
In Sheffield, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death8,885/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities121

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall141.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation930 ft (283 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates44.5961°N, 72.1152°W
County FIPS50005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.4-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 12.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score6.02
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities121
Restaurants84
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home7.1%

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