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Sheppton, PA

Pennsylvania · Schuylkill County

Sheppton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 498. Residents earn $57,778 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
498 Population 1,717/sq mi density
$57,778 Median Income $23,203 per capita
$105,800 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$57,778 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,800 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,778
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.8%
213% higher than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,717/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,778
Per Capita$23,203
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.8%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units190
Rent Burden25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,644 ft (501 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Broadband78.3%
Libraries14

Is Sheppton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheppton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sheppton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sheppton is $57,778, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheppton is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheppton 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 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sheppton has a population of 498 with a density of 1,717 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

498
Total Population
1,717
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheppton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.7%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.3%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheppton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheppton is $57,778, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sheppton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,778
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,203
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.8%
213% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheppton is $105,800, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%
Housing Units190
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
Sheppton 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 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 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 Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,644 ft (501 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,717/sq mi
Coordinates40.8964°N, 76.1196°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySchuylkill County County
County FIPS42107
Sheppton is located in Schuylkill County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 78.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,717/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountySchuylkill County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.3%

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