Arkansas · Metropolitan Area
Sherwood is a mid-size city in Arkansas with a population of 32,915. Residents earn $79,157 per year, which is 5% above the national average.
Based on current data, Sherwood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Sherwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sherwood is $79,157, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Sherwood is $190,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,011 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.
The violent crime rate of 497 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,866 per 100,000, 97% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Sherwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,157 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,747 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,221 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,505 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,314 |
| County GDP | $41,430M |
| Restaurants | 1,081 |
| Healthcare | 1,600 |
| Retail | 1,682 |
| Manufacturing | 280 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,573 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
| Census Median | $190,900 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $232,394 |
| Median List Price | $280,000 |
| Median List Price | $280,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $137 |
| Homes Sold | 51 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 15.6% |
| Inventory | 135 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,011 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,482 |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,573 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,283/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,600 |
| Total Violent | 497.4/100K |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 19.9/100K |
| Robbery | 66.3/100K |
| Assault | 411.2/100K |
| Total Property | 3,866.2/100K |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 533.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,090.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 242.1/100K |
| Arson | 13.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.9 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 20.8 sq mi (53.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,586/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8520°N, 92.2045°W |
| County FIPS | 05119 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.5% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,586/sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 15 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,600 |
| Restaurants | 1,081 |
| Retail Stores | 1,682 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Avg Commute | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |