Median Income
$69,250
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$210,700
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.2%
50% lower than US avg
How Sherando Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population246
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.8%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,250
Per Capita$39,004
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$700M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$210,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute23 min
Broadband60.9%
Libraries1
Is Sherando a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sherando receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sherando offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sherando is $69,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sherando is $210,700, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sherando enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Sherando has a population of 246 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Sherando is $69,250, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,250 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,004 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $924 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,891 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 560 |
| County GDP | $700M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,245 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Sherando is $210,700, 25% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $210,700 |
| 25% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $197 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 83.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,245 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.01% |
In Sherando, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sherando vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,481/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
Sherando has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,706 ft (520 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9901°N, 78.9425°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51125 |