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Sherwood Shores, TX

Texas · Grayson County · Metropolitan Area

Sherwood Shores is a small town in Texas with a population of 839. Residents earn $31,000 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
839 Population 294/sq mi density
$31,000 Median Income $33,508 per capita
$91,300 Home Value
$763 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$31,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,300 home value, $763/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,000
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population839
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,000
Per Capita$33,508
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$8,370M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,300
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units823
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking17.1%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+76.9%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.6%
Libraries9

Is Sherwood Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherwood Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Sherwood Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherwood Shores is $31,000, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherwood Shores is $91,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherwood Shores enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sherwood Shores has a population of 839 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

839
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherwood Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherwood Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherwood Shores is $31,000, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sherwood Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,000
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,508
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$77,812

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,223
County GDP$8,370M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare387
Retail463
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherwood Shores is $91,300, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,300
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%
Housing Units823
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Rate8.00%
In Sherwood Shores, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,362
Dentists1:1,626
Mental Health1:647
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death9,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Sherwood Shores has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates33.8477°N, 96.8149°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyGrayson County County
County FIPS48181
Sherwood Shores is located in Grayson County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+76.9%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi
CountyGrayson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants260
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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