Sherwood, OH

Ohio

Sherwood is a small town in Ohio with a population of 3,259. Residents earn $132,653 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,259 Population 2,089/sq mi density
$132,653 Median Income $64,933 per capita
$273,900 Home Value $159,099 Zillow
$774 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$132,653 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$273,900 home value, $774/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,653
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $273,900
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.3%
73% higher than US avg
Median Rent $774
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,259
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density2,089/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,653
Per Capita$64,933
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$2,162M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$273,900
Rent$774
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,099

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation712 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.3%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Libraries3

Is Sherwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherwood receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sherwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherwood is $132,653, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Sherwood among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherwood is $273,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Sherwood is a highly educated community — 58.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sherwood has a population of 3,259 with a density of 2,089 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%).

Population

3,259
Total Population
2,089
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherwood is $132,653, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sherwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,653
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,933
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$64,217

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$2,162M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare87
Retail136
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,043
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherwood is $273,900, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $774 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,099.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$273,900
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,099
Median List Price$409,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$409,500
$/Sq Ft$269
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$774
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,043
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Sherwood, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death8,496/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities87

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Sherwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density2,089/sq mi
Coordinates41.2920°N, 84.5481°W
County FIPS39039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 58.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.3%
73% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,089/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants89
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home20.8%

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