Median Income
$63,854
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$154,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.7%
19% higher than US avg
How Sterrett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population895
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Economy
B
Median Income$63,854
Per Capita$27,503
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$154,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation630 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+93.3%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute34 min
Libraries14
Is Sterrett a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sterrett receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sterrett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sterrett is $63,854, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sterrett is $154,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.0% 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 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Sterrett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Sterrett has a population of 895 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.4%), with 18.5% Black.
Population
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Sterrett is $63,854, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,854 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,503 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,284 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $102,306 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,251 |
| County GDP | $17,333M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 436 |
| Healthcare | 535 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 159 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,123 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.02% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Sterrett is $154,800, 45% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $154,800 |
| 45% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,123 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.02% |
In Sterrett, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sterrett vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,795/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 535 |
Crime Rates: Sterrett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Sterrett has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.0 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 22.9 sq mi (59.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4422°N, 86.4610°W |
| County FIPS | 01117 |