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Sherman, SD

South Dakota · Rock County · Sioux Falls Metro

Sherman is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 55. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
55 Population 212/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $34,409 per capita
$91,000 Home Value $272,411 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 30.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
10 Violent Crime/100K 258 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,000 home value, $1,125/mo rent
D
Safety
1.7 / 5.0
10 violent crimes/100K (97% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,000
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 10/100K
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density212/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$34,409
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$992M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,000
Rent$1,125
Ownership85.2%
Zillow$272,411
Housing Units24
Rent Burden30.3%

Crime

D
Violent10/100K
Property258/100K

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.7%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,498 ft (457 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband27.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Sherman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherman receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherman is $91,000, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sherman is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 10 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 258 per 100,000, 87% below the national average.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Sherman has a population of 55 with a density of 212 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 38.2% female and 61.8% male. The city is predominantly White (90.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 47.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

55
Total Population
212
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.8%
Female 38.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherman is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,409 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,036, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 328 business establishments, including 18 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 12.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Sherman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,379
Gini Index0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail29
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Cost of Living88.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherman is $91,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,411, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 24 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1948. The average annual property tax is $3,047. 30.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,411

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.2%
Owner-Occupied85.2%
Renter-Occupied14.8%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Sherman, 36.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 14.7% are current smokers. 22.6% report binge drinking. 21.5% are physically inactive. 22.6% report depression. 16.1% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,076. The dentist ratio is 1:3,179. 57.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,076
Dentists1:3,179
Mental Health1:455
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death6,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities29
Sherman has a violent crime rate of 10 per 100,000 residents, 97% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 258 per 100,000, 87% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sherman receives a safety grade of D.

Crime Rates: Sherman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent10.3/100K
97% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property258.3/100K
87% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeD
Safety Score1.7 / 5.0
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Sherman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,498 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,498 ft (457 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density212/sq mi
Coordinates43.7575°N, 96.4757°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRock County County
Nearest AirportJoe Foss Field (FSD)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.6"
22% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score9.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience60.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M3.1 on Jan 4, 2021.

Jan 4, 2021 5 km N of Tyndall, South Dakota M3.1 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

603 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 22 fatalities, 457 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 16, 1992 EF5 37 km 1
Jun 13, 1968 EF5 74 km 9
Jun 25, 2010 EF4 55 km 0
May 30, 1998 EF4 97 km 6
Mar 29, 1998 EF4 79 km 1
Jun 7, 1993 EF4 36 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF4 66 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF4 51 km 0
Jun 7, 1965 EF4 89 km 1
Jul 7, 1955 EF4 83 km 1
Aug 7, 1994 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 42 km 0
May 7, 1993 EF3 69 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 86 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 89 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 92 km 0
Apr 20, 1985 EF3 34 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in

Sherman has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 15°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (0.5").

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Sherman is located in Rock County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.8% of the vote, a 39.3-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 29 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
D Safety Grade (1.7/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density212/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyRock County County

Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Avg Download Speed128.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed65.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%
Average costs for common services in Sherman. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$354)
Specialist Visit $310 ($177–$487)
Urgent Care Visit $177 ($89–$310)
Emergency Room Visit $1,949 ($709–$4,430)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66–$177)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$354)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$443)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $532 ($354–$886)
Battery Replacement $177 ($89–$310)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $354 ($133–$709)
HVAC System Install $6,202 ($3,544–$10,632)
Roof Repair $886 ($354–$1,772)
Roof Replacement $7,974 ($4,873–$13,290)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,329 ($443–$3,101)
Divorce (Contested) $13,290 ($4,430–$26,580)
DUI Defense $4,430 ($1,772–$8,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,329 ($709–$2,658)
Will Preparation $443 ($177–$886)
Trust Preparation $2,215 ($886–$4,430)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($66–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.63 ($2.66–$4.87)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.10 ($2.22–$4.43)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.87)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.99 ($2.66–$5.76)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.87 ($3.54–$6.65)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.59)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $177 ($66–$443)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,772 ($1,063–$3,101)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.09–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,063 ($532–$2,215)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $886 ($443–$1,772)
After-School Care (Monthly) $354 ($177–$620)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $886 ($354–$2,215)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,075 ($4,430–$26,580)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$177)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$443)
Cat Spay/Neuter $177 ($89–$354)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$697
Preschool$637
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$556
Toddler$563
Preschool$563
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rock County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 644 17 $52,262 2.12
Health Care & Social Assistance 593 34 $55,874 1.12
Retail Trade 408 31 $31,205 1.11
Finance & Insurance 239 19 $131,236 1.60
Accommodation & Food Services 221 20 $13,361 0.66
Wholesale Trade 205 19 $73,279 1.41
Transportation & Warehousing 149 21 $62,239 0.95
Construction 124 32 $50,859 0.64
Other Services 90 28 $33,766 0.81
Arts & Entertainment 33 8 $16,497 0.53
Information & Technology 20 3 $47,218 0.29
Real Estate 19 9 $35,347 0.33

Radio Stations near Sherman

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KELO-AM 1320 Sioux Falls, SD news talk, sioux falls AAC+ 64 kbps
KELO-FM 101.9 Sioux Falls, SD adult contemporary, sioux falls AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Sherman

6 national parks and monuments found near Sherman.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Mounds State Park State Park Free
Camden State Park State Park Free
Lake Shetek State Park State Park Free
Pipestone National Monument National Monument Free
Saaranen Beach State Park Free
Split Rock Creek State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sherman

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
KILIAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE GALLERYART MUSEUM$2,834,342
PIPESTONE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5078252563$232,496
WEGNER ARBORETUM SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1900 S PERRY PLACE6053674414$105,693
SOUTH DAKOTA ROCK AND ROLL MUSIC ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 2794$58,780
BRANDON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION412 EAST ELM STREET6055825841
DELL RAPIDS SOCIETY OF HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6054285504
GARRETSON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6055946694
JASPER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LITTLE VILLAGE FARMGENERAL MUSEUM
SOUTH DAKOTA AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 22666053676000

Libraries in Sherman

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PIPESTONE: MEINDERS COMMUNITY LIBRARY1401 7TH STREET SW0.065,481
DELL RAPIDS CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY513 N ORLEANS AVE0.021,550

Farmers Markets in Sherman

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Eastbank Saturday Market8th and Railroad Center05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Falls Park Farmers Market E Falls Park Drive and N 2nd Ave05/04/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
The Prairie Farmers' Market300 N. Cherapa Place05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit

Breweries in Sherman

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Prairie Berry East BankWine Bar, Caf, and Brewery Downtown Sioux Falls, Brewery, Café, Wine Bar, Caf, and Brewery, Wine Bar322 E 8th St6054967175Visit

Cell Towers in Sherman

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
COUNTY ROAD 20 (107926)GTOWER95
COUNTY ROAD 20 (107926)GTOWER95
48 20th Ave. (110308)GTOWER95
48 20th Ave. (110308)GTOWER95
230 111th St (107860)GTOWER93
230 111th St (107860)GTOWER93
3 MI NORTHEAST OF SIOUX FALLSTOWER88
6793 E Maple Street (108226)GTOWER88
6793 E Maple Street (108226)GTOWER88
25474 486th Avenue (108267)MTOWER62
25474 486th Avenue (108267)MTOWER62
1 MILE SOUTHEAST OF DELL RAPIDS CEMETERYTOWER59
22ND & SUBURBAN DRIVETOWER40

Bridges in Sherman

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous19632092,154F
CulvertConcrete continuous1963412,154F
CulvertConcrete continuous200821486G
CulvertConcrete continuous201052412G
SlabConcrete continuous2005127301F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1977213268F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1990107217F
SlabWood or Timber1973182105F
SlabConcrete continuous199212474F
CulvertConcrete20024262G
CulvertConcrete20142649G
CulvertConcrete19932643G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19968543G
CulvertConcrete19833640G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete197911233F
CulvertConcrete19842828G
CulvertConcrete19952725G
CulvertConcrete20153421G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19744220F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete200112211G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19503611P
SlabWood or Timber198316011F

Airports Near Sherman

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sioux Falls Regional AirportFSDMedium Airport
Andersen Farms Airport—Small Airport
Arlington Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Brookings Regional AirportBKXSmall Airport
Canton Municipal AirportCTKSmall Airport
Chris Hofer Landing Strip—Small Airport
Dairyview Airport—Small Airport
Dangel Airport—Small Airport
Dykstra Acreage Airport—Small Airport
Erickson Intergalactic Airport—Small Airport
Flandreau Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Henning/Boldt Airport—Small Airport
Jensen Airport—Small Airport
Lutgen Airport—Small Airport
Madison Municipal AirportXMDSmall Airport
Marv Skie / Lincoln County Airport—Small Airport
Oakleaf Airport—Small Airport
Pipestone Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Quentin Aanenson Airfield - Luverne Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Rock Rapids Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Sheldon Regional Airport—Small Airport
Sibley Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Slayton Municipal AirportNSLSmall Airport
Southwest Minnesota Regional Airport - Marshall/Ryan FieldMMLSmall Airport
Turkey Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Tyler Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Weelborg Airport—Small Airport
Wings on the Prairie Airport—Small Airport
Zangger Vintage Airpark—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Sherman

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Carroll Institute - Outpatient Alcohol and Drug CenterSubstance Abuse605-336-2556
Childrens Home Society of SD - Sioux Falls Childrens HomeMental Health605-334-6004 x3117
Lutheran Social Services of SD - Summit Oaks CenterMental Health605-221-2346

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sherman

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
HIGHLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH310 2ND ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sherman

What is the population of Sherman?

Sherman has a population of 55 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 212 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 38.2% female and 61.8% male.

Is Sherman expensive to live in?

Sherman is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $91,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sherman safe?

Sherman is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 10 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 258 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sherman receives a safety grade of D based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sherman?

Sherman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Sherman?

The job market in Sherman is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,036. There are 328 business establishments in the area, including 18 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 12.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sherman?

The median home value in Sherman is $91,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,411. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,125. Fair market rent is $784 for a 1-bedroom and $990 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,047.

How are the schools in Sherman?

Schools in Sherman score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.1% of adults in Sherman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sherman?

The obesity rate in Sherman is 36.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.7% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 22.6% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 57.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,076.

What is transportation like in Sherman?

The average commute in Sherman is 25 minutes. 74.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sherman?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sherman is 90.9% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 47.0% of the population are military veterans. 9.8% of residents have a disability. 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

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