Median Income
$65,521
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Sterling Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population730
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density890/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,521
Per Capita$34,302
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$6,959M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,800
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,225 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Libraries3
Is Sterling a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sterling receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sterling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sterling is $65,521, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sterling is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Sterling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sterling has a population of 730 with a density of 890 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 8.4% Hispanic.
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Sterling is $65,521, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,521 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,302 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $987 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,453 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,708 |
| County GDP | $6,959M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 264 |
| Healthcare | 262 |
| Retail | 392 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,195 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Sterling is $120,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,800 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $301,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $301,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $157 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,195 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
In Sterling, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sterling vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.2% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,410/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 262 |
Crime Rates: Sterling vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Sterling has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,225 ft (373 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 890/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7494°N, 98.1725°W |
| County FIPS | 40031 |