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Sherrill, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Sherrill is a small town in Iowa with a population of 185. Residents earn $91,250 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
185 Population 1,423/sq mi density
$91,250 Median Income $38,447 per capita
$214,700 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,700 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,250
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,700
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density1,423/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,250
Per Capita$38,447
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,700
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units87
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.9%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation975 ft (297 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute29 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries8

Is Sherrill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherrill receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Sherrill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherrill is $91,250, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherrill is $214,700, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherrill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sherrill has a population of 185 with a density of 1,423 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

185
Total Population
1,423
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherrill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherrill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherrill is $91,250, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Sherrill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,250
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,447
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherrill is $214,700, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,700
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Sherrill, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities316
Sherrill has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,423/sq mi
Coordinates42.6046°N, 90.7842°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,423/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

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