Sheldon, IA Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Isabelle Scott Mar 21, 2026

Is Sheldon a good place to live?

So, Been living here since 2009. The median home value here is around $173,600, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Sheldon sits at 276.2 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent...

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Lucas Rivera Nov 12, 2025

Anyone else love living in Sheldon?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a small town city with about 5,386 people. Household incomes average around $68,448 in Sheldon. Poverty rate is 10.2%, which is around average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is ...

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Beverly W. Jun 5, 2025

Best neighborhoods in Sheldon

My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $842 for rent here. Household incomes average around $68,448 in Sheldon. The weather takes some getting used to. Does this match your experience? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definit...

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Beverly W. May 24, 2025

Cheapest neighborhoods in Sheldon?

Longtime lurker here, The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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