Sherman, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

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.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
55 Population 212/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $34,409 per capita
$91,000 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 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
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,000
68% 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 3.6%
71% 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%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$992M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,000
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation1,498 ft

Education

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

Community

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

Is Sherman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherman receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 3.6% 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.

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. 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. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%).

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 Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% 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
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 average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Sherman, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death6,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Sherman has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,498 ft (457 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density212/sq mi
Coordinates43.7575°N, 96.4757°W
County FIPS27133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

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