Sherwood, MI

Michigan

Sherwood is a small town in Michigan with a population of 388. Residents earn $56,645 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
388 Population 388/sq mi density
$56,645 Median Income $23,490 per capita
$72,500 Home Value $146,480 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,645 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $738/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,645
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density388/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,645
Per Capita$23,490
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$1,938M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,480
Housing Units144
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking18.2%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation882 ft (269 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+75.1%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries6

Is Sherwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherwood receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sherwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherwood is $56,645, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherwood is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 38.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sherwood has a population of 388 with a density of 388 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

388
Total Population
388
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherwood is $56,645, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sherwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,645
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,490
Avg Weekly Wage$1,032
IRS Avg AGI$60,552

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)869
County GDP$1,938M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare93
Retail139
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,453
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherwood is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,480.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,480

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,453
56% above US avg
Effective Rate7.52%
In Sherwood, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.5%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,391/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities93
Sherwood has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall38.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation882 ft (269 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density388/sq mi
Coordinates41.9997°N, 85.2394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+75.1%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density388/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants82
Retail Stores139

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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