Sherman, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Lee County County
Sherman, MS
At a Glance
How Sherman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sherman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sherman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sherman residents earn a median household income of $57,969 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,315. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,687 business establishments, including 275 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sherman is $151,900 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,940. Median rent is $679/month, with 20.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Education
15.8% of adults in Sherman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sherman has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.