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Sherman, MS

Mississippi

Sherman is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 515. Residents earn $57,969 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
515 Population 296/sq mi density
$57,969 Median Income $31,315 per capita
$151,900 Home Value
$679 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,969 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,900 home value, $679/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,969
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,900
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population515
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,969
Per Capita$31,315
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$6,477M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,900
Rent$679
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units288
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking17.6%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation369 ft (112 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+82.0%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband72.5%
Libraries3

Is Sherman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherman receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sherman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherman is $57,969, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherman is $151,900, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sherman has a population of 515 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 8.7% Black.

Population

515
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherman is $57,969, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Sherman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,969
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,315
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$70,452

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,687
County GDP$6,477M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare338
Retail503
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,258
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherman is $151,900, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,900
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.5%
Housing Units288
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,258
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Sherman, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits9.8%
Premature Death12,357/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities338
Sherman has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation369 ft (112 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates34.3612°N, 88.8387°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 72.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+82.0%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities338
Restaurants275
Retail Stores503

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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