Texas · Metropolitan Area
Sheldon is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,449. Residents earn $72,937 per year, which is 3% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sheldon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sheldon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sheldon is $72,937, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Sheldon is $94,400, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,432 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Sheldon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 28.4% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 71.6% |
| 434% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $72,937 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,252 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,703 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,157 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 124,542 |
| County GDP | $592,751M |
| Restaurants | 10,837 |
| Healthcare | 12,772 |
| Retail | 13,588 |
| Manufacturing | 4,091 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,819 |
| 238% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 12.52% |
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $94,400 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,432 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,819 |
| 238% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 12.52% |
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 19.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 54.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,157/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12,772 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 527 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Annual Average | 70.6°F |
| 31% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.1 inches |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 40 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 984/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8598°N, 95.1332°W |
| County FIPS | 48201 |
Winner: Democrat by 5.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.4% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 74.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 984/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 73 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12,772 |
| Restaurants | 10,837 |
| Retail Stores | 13,588 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 527 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |