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Sherman, NY

New York

Sherman is a small town in New York with a population of 639. Residents earn $48,958 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
639 Population 789/sq mi density
$48,958 Median Income $30,792 per capita
$107,400 Home Value $161,461 Zillow
$543 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,958 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,400 home value, $543/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,958
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $543
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population639
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density789/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans14.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,958
Per Capita$30,792
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,400
Rent$543
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,461
Housing Units270
Rent Burden19.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking18.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,550 ft (472 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband75.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries24

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 low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $48,958, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherman is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $543 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sherman has a population of 639 with a density of 789 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

639
Total Population
789
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherman is $48,958, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Sherman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,958
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,792
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherman is $107,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $543 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,461.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,461

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$543
53% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%
Housing Units270
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate6.71%
In Sherman, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255
Sherman has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,550 ft (472 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density789/sq mi
Coordinates42.1592°N, 79.5943°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin. 75.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density789/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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