Sherwood, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Sherwood is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 213. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
213 Population 666/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $33,824 per capita
$47,700 Home Value
$458 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
386 Violent Crime/100K 772 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,700 home value, $458/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
386 violent crimes/100K (2% above avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,700
83% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 386/100K
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $458
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density666/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$33,824
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$232M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,700
Rent$458
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent386/100K
Property772/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault386/100K
Burglary386/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Elevation1,642 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute33 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries2

Is Sherwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include 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 $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherwood is $47,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $458 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 386 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 772 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sherwood has a population of 213 with a density of 666 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

213
Total Population
666
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

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 $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Sherwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,824
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$86,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)139
County GDP$232M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare7
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherwood is $47,700, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $458 (61% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,700
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$458
61% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

In Sherwood, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.5%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death8,409/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access37.3%
Healthcare Facilities7
Sherwood has a violent crime rate of 386 per 100,000 residents, 2% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 772 per 100,000 (61% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent386.1/100K
2% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault386.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property772.2/100K
61% below US avg
Burglary386.1/100K
Theft386.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sherwood has an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.2 inches
52% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,642 ft (500 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density666/sq mi
Coordinates48.9619°N, 101.6328°W
County FIPS38075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density666/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

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