Sherman County, NE
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Sherman County Overview
2,970
TOTAL POPULATION
1,509
MALE POPULATION
1,461
FEMALE POPULATION
103.29
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,023
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,208
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,194
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,554
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Sherman County Area Codes
Race in Sherman County
The most populous races in Sherman County are White / Caucasian (2,838 | 95.6%), Two or more Races (84 | 2.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (74 | 2.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 9 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 15 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 74 | 2.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 2 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,838 | 95.6% |
| Two or more Races | 84 | 2.8% |
| Some other Race | 21 | 0.7% |
| Total | 2,970 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Sherman County
The most populous ancestries reported in Sherman County are German (1,110 | 37.4%), Polish (756 | 25.5%), English (289 | 9.7%), Irish (278 | 9.4%), and Czech (236 | 8.0%), together accounting for 89.9% of all Sherman County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 44 | 1.5% |
| Arab | 1 | 0.0% |
| Argentinean | 12 | 0.4% |
| Austrian | 13 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 1 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 9 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 16 | 0.5% |
| Canadian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 1 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 236 | 8.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 18 | 0.6% |
| Danish | 33 | 1.1% |
| Dutch | 63 | 2.1% |
| English | 289 | 9.7% |
| European | 5 | 0.2% |
| Finnish | 3 | 0.1% |
| French | 25 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 2 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,110 | 37.4% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 278 | 9.4% |
| Italian | 31 | 1.0% |
| Lebanese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 34 | 1.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 24 | 0.8% |
| Pennsylvania German | 6 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 756 | 25.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 9 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 13 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 26 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 25 | 0.8% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.1% |
| South American | 13 | 0.4% |
| Spaniard | 9 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 7 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 91 | 3.1% |
| Swiss | 1 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 17 | 0.6% | View All 42 Rows |
Immigrants in Sherman County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sherman County came from Latin America (25 | 0.8%), Central America (24 | 0.8%), Mexico (24 | 0.8%), Europe (9 | 0.3%), and Southern Europe (9 | 0.3%), together accounting for 3.1% of all Sherman County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 5 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 24 | 0.8% |
| Colombia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 9 | 0.3% |
| Korea | 5 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 25 | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 24 | 0.8% |
| South America | 1 | 0.0% |
| Southern Europe | 9 | 0.3% |
| Spain | 9 | 0.3% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Sherman County
Sex and Age in Sherman County
The most populous age groups in Sherman County are 60 to 64 Years (142 | 9.4%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (138 | 9.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 84 (5.6%) | 76 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 78 (5.2%) | 35 (2.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 108 (7.2%) | 114 (7.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 116 (7.7%) | 66 (4.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 44 (2.9%) | 91 (6.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 69 (4.6%) | 61 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 58 (3.8%) | 66 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 72 (4.8%) | 76 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 92 (6.1%) | 51 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 82 (5.4%) | 79 (5.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 72 (4.8%) | 95 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 103 (6.8%) | 81 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 142 (9.4%) | 138 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 137 (9.1%) | 117 (8.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 99 (6.6%) | 86 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 61 (4.0%) | 70 (4.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 46 (3.0%) | 76 (5.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 46 (3.0%) | 83 (5.7%) |
| Total | 1,509 (100.0%) | 1,461 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Sherman County
Median Family Size in Sherman County
The median family size in Sherman County is 2.86 persons per family, with married-couple families (646 | 79.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.86 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (73 | 9.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 646 (79.5%) | 2.86 |
| Single Male/Father | 73 (9.0%) | 2.85 |
| Single Female/Mother | 94 (11.6%) | 2.86 |
| Total Families | 813 (100.0%) | 2.86 |
Median Household Size in Sherman County
The median household size in Sherman County is 2.23 persons per household, with single female/mother households (94 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (490 | 37.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 646 (49.6%) | 2.86 |
| Single Male/Father | 73 (5.6%) | 2.93 |
| Single Female/Mother | 94 (7.2%) | 3.16 |
| Non-family | 490 (37.6%) | 1.12 |
| Total Households | 1,303 (100.0%) | 2.23 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sherman County
Out of a total of 1,303 households in Sherman County, 813 (62.4%) are family households, while 490 (37.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 552, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 433.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 433 (33.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 552 (42.4%) | 57 (4.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 100 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 62 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 79 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 20 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 813 (62.4%) | 490 (37.6%) |
Female Fertility in Sherman County
Fertility by Age in Sherman County
Average fertility rate in Sherman County is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 133.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (82.9%) | 133.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (17.1%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 35 (100.0%) | 70.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sherman County
54.3% of women with births (35) in Sherman County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 55.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 13 (44.8%) | 16 (55.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (54.3%) | 16 (45.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Sherman County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 16 (45.7%) | 162.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (20.0%) | 38.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11 (31.4%) | 112.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 1 (2.9%) | 24.0 |
| Total | 35 (100.0%) | 70.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sherman County
45.7% of women with births in Sherman County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (54.3%) | 16 (45.7%) |
Income in Sherman County
Income Overview in Sherman County
Per Capita Income in Sherman County is $31,023, while median incomes of families and households are $70,208 and $60,194 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,970 | $31,023 |
| Median Family Income | 813 | $70,208 |
| Mean Family Income | 813 | $81,639 |
| Median Household Income | 1,303 | $60,194 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,303 | $68,660 |
| Income Deficit | 813 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,970 | 29.76% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,970 | 70.24¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,970 | 0.38 |
Earnings by Sex in Sherman County
Average Earnings in Sherman County are $34,700, $42,964 for men and $30,179 for women, a difference of 29.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 919 (55.4%) | $42,964 |
| Female | 741 (44.6%) | $30,179 |
| Total | 1,660 (100.0%) | $34,700 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sherman County
The most common earnings brackets in Sherman County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (97 | 10.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (99 | 13.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 58 (6.3%) | 97 (13.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 25 (2.7%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 26 (2.8%) | 28 (3.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 13 (1.4%) | 46 (6.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 44 (4.8%) | 28 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 12 (1.3%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 6 (0.6%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 18 (2.0%) | 18 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 25 (2.7%) | 21 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 45 (4.9%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 37 (4.0%) | 80 (10.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 67 (7.3%) | 99 (13.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 43 (4.7%) | 72 (9.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 69 (7.5%) | 35 (4.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 92 (10.0%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 68 (7.4%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 53 (5.8%) | 73 (9.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 58 (6.3%) | 26 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 97 (10.5%) | 22 (3.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 63 (6.9%) | 19 (2.6%) |
| Total | 919 (100.0%) | 741 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sherman County
Average earnings in Sherman County are $46,760 for men and $32,925 for women, a difference of 29.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,760. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,841, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,583.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $47,917 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $42,760 | $27,583 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,514 | $31,563 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $68,750 | $56,071 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $46,760 | $32,925 |
Family Income in Sherman County
Family Income Brackets in Sherman County
According to the Sherman County family income data, there are 201 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 10 | 1.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2 | 0.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 33 | 4.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 73 | 9.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 | 16.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 201 | 24.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 120 | 14.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 180 | 22.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 43 | 5.3% |
| $200,000+ | 17 | 2.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sherman County
6-person families (15 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in Sherman County with $115,795 per family, while 2-person families (569 | 70.0%) have the highest median income of $33,008 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 569 (70.0%) | $66,016 |
| 3-Person Families | 84 (10.3%) | $81,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 61 (7.5%) | $91,563 |
| 5-Person Families | 84 (10.3%) | $74,583 |
| 6-Person Families | 15 (1.8%) | $115,795 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 813 (100.0%) | $70,208 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sherman County
The median family income in Sherman County is $70,208, with families comprising 3+ earners (65) having the highest median family income of $93,125, while families with 1 earner (191) have the lowest median family income of $46,042, accounting for 8.0% and 23.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 155 (19.1%) | $48,661 |
| 1 Earner | 191 (23.5%) | $46,042 |
| 2 Earners | 402 (49.4%) | $87,667 |
| 3+ Earners | 65 (8.0%) | $93,125 |
| Total | 813 (100.0%) | $70,208 |
Household Income in Sherman County
Household Income Brackets in Sherman County
With 291 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sherman County, accounting for 22.3% of all households. In contrast, only 22 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 66 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 46 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 124 | 9.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 119 | 9.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 205 | 15.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 291 | 22.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 154 | 11.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 228 | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 51 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 22 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Sherman County
The median household income in Sherman County is $60,194, with the highest median household income of $73,269 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 292 households (22.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $49,375, with 498 households (38.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 35 (2.7%) | $63,281 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 292 (22.4%) | $73,269 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 478 (36.7%) | $59,808 |
| 65+ Years | 498 (38.2%) | $49,375 |
| Total | 1,303 (100.0%) | $60,194 |
Poverty in Sherman County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sherman County
With 10.2% poverty level for males and 11.7% for females among the residents of Sherman County, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (21.8%) and 4 females (28.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (17.9%) | 15 (19.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (28.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 22 (21.8%) | 7 (13.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 8 (11.0%) | 7 (8.3%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 15 (11.8%) | 29 (22.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 14 (8.5%) | 7 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7 (4.5%) | 14 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 31 (12.7%) | 17 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (5.2%) | 18 (8.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (13.4%) | 48 (26.0%) |
| Total | 152 (10.2%) | 166 (11.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sherman County
According to the poverty statistics in Sherman County, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 69 (82.1%) | 61 (80.3%) |
| 5 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 10 (71.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 79 (78.2%) | 44 (86.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 65 (89.0%) | 77 (91.7%) |
| 15 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 48 (85.7%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 95 (100.0%) | 96 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 112 (88.2%) | 98 (77.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 150 (91.5%) | 120 (94.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 147 (95.5%) | 160 (91.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 214 (87.4%) | 202 (92.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 217 (94.8%) | 185 (91.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 129 (86.6%) | 137 (74.1%) |
| Total | 1,346 (89.8%) | 1,247 (88.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sherman County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sherman County show that 5.4% or 35 of the total 646 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 19.6%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.3%, which includes 11 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 464 (97.7%) | 11 (2.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 102 (88.7%) | 13 (11.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 45 (80.4%) | 11 (19.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 611 (94.6%) | 35 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sherman County
According to the poverty data in Sherman County, 6.9% or 5 single-father households and 8.5% or 8 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (31.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 2 (3.8%) | 6 (31.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (100.0%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (6.9%) | 8 (8.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sherman County
The poverty data for Sherman County shows that 35 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 13 of the single-parent households (7.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (19.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (50.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 11 (2.3%) | 8 (11.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (19.6%) | 5 (50.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 35 (5.4%) | 13 (7.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Sherman County
Employment by Class of Employer in Sherman County
Among the 1,419 employed individuals in Sherman County, private company employees (759 | 53.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (238 | 16.8%), and local government employees (136 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 759 | 53.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 67 | 4.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 238 | 16.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 119 | 8.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 136 | 9.6% |
| State Government Employees | 62 | 4.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 37 | 2.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1 | 0.1% |
| Total | 1,419 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Sherman County
According to the labor force statistics for Sherman County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,444), 63.6% or 1,554 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 65 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 98.5% or 133 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 31.3% or 25 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 80 (53.0%) | 25 (31.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 133 (98.5%) | 11 (8.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 107 (82.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 97 (78.2%) | 3 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 276 (94.8%) | 9 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 311 (94.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 129 (70.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 191 (68.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 197 (44.9%) | 18 (9.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,554 (63.6%) | 65 (4.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sherman County
According to labor force statistics for Sherman County, 83.1% of individuals (1,111) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,337) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 12 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.8% or 224 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.6% or 12 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 77 (68.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 353 (81.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 457 (85.4%) | 14 (2.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 224 (87.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,111 (83.1%) | 15 (1.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Sherman County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sherman County are Management (243 | 16.3%), Community & Social Service (105 | 7.1%), Education Instruction & Library (77 | 5.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (76 | 5.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (44 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sherman County, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (79.4%), and Architecture & Engineering (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 193 (79.4%) | 50 (20.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 8 (29.6%) | 19 (70.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 8 (18.2%) | 36 (81.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 3 (75.0%) | 1 (25.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 5 (55.6%) | 4 (44.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 20 (19.1%) | 85 (80.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 6 (66.7%) | 3 (33.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 2 (13.3%) | 13 (86.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 8 (10.4%) | 69 (89.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 229 (46.3%) | 266 (53.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (53.6%) | 690 (46.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Sherman County are Food Preparation & Serving (125 | 8.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (76 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (51 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (40 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (8 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Sherman County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (59.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (73.6%), and Personal Care & Service (52.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 33 (26.4%) | 92 (73.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 45 (59.2%) | 31 (40.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 24 (47.1%) | 27 (52.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 110 (36.7%) | 190 (63.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (53.6%) | 690 (46.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sherman County are Office & Administration (181 | 12.2%), and Sales & Related (80 | 5.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 36 (45.0%) | 44 (55.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 27 (14.9%) | 154 (85.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 63 (24.1%) | 198 (75.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (53.6%) | 690 (46.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sherman County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (107 | 7.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (60 | 4.0%), and Construction & Extraction (50 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 58 (96.7%) | 2 (3.3%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 103 (96.3%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 211 (97.2%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (53.6%) | 690 (46.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sherman County are Production (95 | 6.4%), Transportation (83 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (37 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 71 (74.7%) | 24 (25.3%) |
| Transportation | 82 (98.8%) | 1 (1.2%) |
| Material Moving | 32 (86.5%) | 5 (13.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 185 (86.1%) | 30 (14.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (53.6%) | 690 (46.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Sherman County
Employment Industries in Sherman County
The major employment industries in Sherman County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (253 | 17.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (179 | 12.0%), Manufacturing (128 | 8.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (112 | 7.5%), and Retail Trade (111 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sherman County
The Sherman County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (93.3%), and Wholesale Trade (84.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96.7%), and Educational Services (87.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 236 (93.3%) | 17 (6.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 89 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 84 (65.6%) | 44 (34.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 67 (84.8%) | 12 (15.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 59 (53.1%) | 52 (46.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 48 (72.7%) | 18 (27.3%) |
| Utilities | 30 (60.0%) | 20 (40.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 8 (24.2%) | 25 (75.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 10 (52.6%) | 9 (47.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 8 (12.5%) | 56 (87.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 23 (46.9%) | 26 (53.1%) |
| Educational Services | 10 (12.3%) | 71 (87.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 6 (3.4%) | 173 (96.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 26 (81.2%) | 6 (18.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 31 (27.7%) | 81 (72.3%) |
| Public Administration | 14 (29.8%) | 33 (70.2%) |
| Total | 798 (53.6%) | 690 (46.4%) |
Education in Sherman County
School Enrollment in Sherman County
The most common levels of schooling among the 557 students in Sherman County are high school (173 | 31.1%), middle school (160 | 28.7%), and elementary school (74 | 13.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 46 | 8.3% |
| Kindergarten | 21 | 3.8% |
| Elementary School | 74 | 13.3% |
| Middle School | 160 | 28.7% |
| High School | 173 | 31.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 39 | 7.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 44 | 7.9% |
| Total | 557 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sherman County
Out of a total of 557 students who are enrolled in schools in Sherman County, 23 (4.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 534 (95.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (61.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 194 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 27 (79.4%) | 7 (20.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 102 (95.3%) | 5 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 194 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 122 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 5 (38.5%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 16 (84.2%) | 3 (15.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 534 (95.9%) | 23 (4.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sherman County
Education (100 | 23.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (75 | 17.8%), business (48 | 11.4%), science & technology (45 | 10.7%), and arts & humanities (43 | 10.2%) are the most common fields of study among 422 individuals in Sherman County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 32 | 7.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 75 | 17.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 15 | 3.5% |
| Psychology | 10 | 2.4% |
| Social Sciences | 6 | 1.4% |
| Engineering | 7 | 1.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 45 | 10.7% |
| Business | 48 | 11.4% |
| Education | 100 | 23.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 14 | 3.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 6 | 1.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 12 | 2.8% |
| Communications | 9 | 2.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 43 | 10.2% |
| Total | 422 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Sherman County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sherman County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sherman County are males with 3 vehicles (248, accounting for 31.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (163, making up 38.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 22 (2.8%) | 13 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 26 (3.4%) | 46 (7.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 240 (30.9%) | 261 (40.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 248 (31.9%) | 163 (25.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 124 (16.0%) | 102 (15.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 117 (15.1%) | 55 (8.6%) |
| Total | 777 (100.0%) | 640 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Sherman County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sherman County are less than 5 minutes (250 commuters, 19.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (233 commuters, 17.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (190 commuters, 14.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 250 | 19.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 190 | 14.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 91 | 7.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 233 | 17.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 120 | 9.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 39 | 3.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 89 | 6.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 34 | 2.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 36 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 134 | 10.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 50 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 35 | 2.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Sherman County
The most common commute times in Sherman County are less than 5 minutes (133 commuters, 18.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (159 commuters, 26.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 133 (18.8%) | 117 (19.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 113 (16.0%) | 77 (12.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 59 (8.4%) | 32 (5.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 74 (10.5%) | 159 (26.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 81 (11.5%) | 39 (6.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 26 (3.7%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 53 (7.5%) | 36 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 10 (1.4%) | 24 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 19 (2.7%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 76 (10.8%) | 58 (9.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 36 (5.1%) | 14 (2.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 26 (3.7%) | 9 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sherman County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Sherman County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (163, 23.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (161, 27.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 12 (1.7%) | 10 (1.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 17 (2.4%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 35 (5.0%) | 56 (9.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 79 (11.2%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 93 (13.2%) | 59 (9.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 163 (23.1%) | 67 (11.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 108 (15.3%) | 161 (27.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 66 (9.3%) | 87 (14.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 7 (1.0%) | 38 (6.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 69 (9.8%) | 20 (3.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 1 (0.1%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 1 (0.1%) | 43 (7.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 11 (1.6%) | 12 (2.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 44 (6.2%) | 15 (2.5%) |
| Total | 706 (100.0%) | 595 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Sherman County
Occupancy by Ownership in Sherman County
Of the total 1,303 dwellings in Sherman County, owner-occupied units account for 978 (75.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 325 (24.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 978 | 75.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 325 | 24.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,303 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Sherman County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 433 | 33.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 609 | 46.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 100 | 7.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 161 | 12.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,303 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sherman County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 289 (66.7%) | 144 (33.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 483 (79.3%) | 126 (20.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 65 (65.0%) | 35 (35.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 141 (87.6%) | 20 (12.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 978 (75.1%) | 325 (24.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sherman County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 90 (76.3%) | 28 (23.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 373 (80.9%) | 88 (19.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 316 (66.0%) | 163 (34.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 199 (81.2%) | 46 (18.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sherman County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 173 | 13.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 154 | 11.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 212 | 16.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 266 | 20.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 259 | 19.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 164 | 12.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 75 | 5.8% |
| Total | 1,303 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Sherman County
Median Income by Occupancy in Sherman County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 978 (75.1%) | $61,513 |
| Renter-Occupied | 325 (24.9%) | $49,922 |
| Average | 1,303 (100.0%) | $60,194 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sherman County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 23 (2.4%) | 23 (7.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 8 (0.8%) | 12 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 (2.7%) | 19 (5.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 32 (3.3%) | 12 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 66 (6.8%) | 14 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 104 (10.6%) | 14 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 136 (13.9%) | 69 (21.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 207 (21.2%) | 83 (25.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 112 (11.5%) | 42 (12.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 194 (19.8%) | 34 (10.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 70 (7.2%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| Total | 978 (100.0%) | 325 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sherman County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 43 (4.4%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 197 (20.1%) | 28 (8.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 331 (33.8%) | 86 (26.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 129 (13.2%) | 91 (28.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 178 (18.2%) | 14 (4.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 44 (4.5%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 24 (2.5%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 7 (0.7%) | 10 (3.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 25 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 978 (100.0%) | 325 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Sherman County
Housing Structures in Sherman County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,159 | 88.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 12 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 | 0.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 27 | 2.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 6 | 0.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 22 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 72 | 5.5% |
| Total | 1,303 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sherman County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 909 (78.4%) | 250 (21.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 69 (95.8%) | 3 (4.2%) |
| Total | 978 (75.1%) | 325 (24.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sherman County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 9 (0.9%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 19 (1.9%) | 21 (6.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 266 (27.2%) | 146 (44.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 337 (34.5%) | 79 (24.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 347 (35.5%) | 71 (21.8%) |
| Total | 978 (100.0%) | 325 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sherman County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 315 (32.2%) | 126 (38.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 313 (32.0%) | 74 (22.8%) |
| Electricity | 248 (25.4%) | 109 (33.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 7 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 95 (9.7%) | 14 (4.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| Total | 978 (100.0%) | 325 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Sherman County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 29 (3.0%) | 36 (11.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 107 (10.9%) | 108 (33.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 361 (36.9%) | 83 (25.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 481 (49.2%) | 98 (30.1%) |
| Total | 978 (100.0%) | 325 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Sherman County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sherman County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 560 | 418 |
| Median Property Value | $112,800 | $112,200 |
| Median Household Income | $55,000 | $37 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $534 | $25 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,479 | $2 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sherman County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 116 (20.7%) | 45 (10.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 139 (24.8%) | 144 (34.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 235 (42.0%) | 152 (36.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 31 (5.5%) | 46 (11.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 25 (4.5%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 8 (1.4%) | 13 (3.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 6 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 560 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sherman County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 26 (4.6%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 106 (18.9%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 45 (8.0%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 88 (15.7%) | 59 (14.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 125 (22.3%) | 48 (11.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 39 (7.0%) | 82 (19.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 98 (17.5%) | 73 (17.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 33 (5.9%) | 96 (23.0%) |
| Total | 560 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sherman County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 260 (46.4%) | 74,375 (17,793.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 73 (13.0%) | 230 (55.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 83 (14.8%) | 75 (17.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 132 (23.6%) | 13 (3.1%) |
| Total | 560 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sherman County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 119 (21.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 151 (27.0%) | 89 (21.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 261 (46.6%) | 126 (30.1%) |
| Total | 560 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Sherman County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sherman County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 181 (97.3%) | 5 (2.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 429 (96.4%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 161 (75.2%) | 53 (24.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 203 (91.9%) | 18 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 222 (76.3%) | 69 (23.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 276 (84.2%) | 52 (15.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 422 (90.9%) | 42 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 432 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 332 (99.4%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,658 (91.2%) | 257 (8.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sherman County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 181 (97.3%) | 5 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 429 (96.4%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 161 (75.2%) | 53 (24.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sherman County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 259 (82.8%) | 54 (17.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 609 (91.0%) | 60 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 591 (86.0%) | 96 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 331 (94.6%) | 19 (5.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 864 (96.9%) | 28 (3.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sherman County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 76 (40.9%) | 115 (61.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 157 (35.3%) | 303 (68.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 41 (19.2%) | 125 (58.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 41 (18.5%) | 174 (78.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 34 (11.7%) | 193 (66.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 21 (6.4%) | 255 (77.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 67 (14.4%) | 377 (81.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 432 (100.0%) | 334 (77.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 332 (99.4%) | 298 (89.2%) |
| Total | 1,201 (41.2%) | 2,174 (74.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sherman County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (2.4%) | 27 (13.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (6.3%) | 20 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (13.0%) | 57 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 51 (22.3%) | 51 (25.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (45.0%) | 88 (47.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sherman County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 29 (5.1%) | 14 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 34 (14.8%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (24.8%) | 58 (31.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (1.6%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (4.0%) | 17 (9.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (2.4%) | 24 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (6.3%) | 17 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 25 (4.4%) | 19 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.2%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (2.7%) | 10 (5.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 41 (7.3%) | 43 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (9.2%) | 45 (22.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (28.2%) | 54 (29.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (1.2%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.9%) | 9 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (1.9%) | 22 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (5.2%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (9.4%) | 25 (13.5%) |
Technology Access in Sherman County
Computing Device Access in Sherman County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 818 | 62.8% |
| Smartphone | 960 | 73.7% |
| Tablet | 678 | 52.0% |
| No Computing Device | 235 | 18.0% |
| Total | 1,303 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Sherman County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 539 | 41.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 358 | 27.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 115 | 8.8% |
| No Internet | 311 | 23.9% |
| Total | 1,303 | 100.0% |
Sherman County Summary
Sherman County is a county located in the state of Nebraska in the Midwestern United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,010, making it the fourth-least populous county in Nebraska. The county seat is Loup City. The county was named for General William Tecumseh Sherman, a Union Army leader during the American Civil War.
History
Sherman County was established in 1871. It was named after General William Tecumseh Sherman, a Union Army leader during the American Civil War. The county was originally part of Buffalo County, but was split off in 1871. The first settlers in the county were mostly German immigrants who arrived in the late 1860s.
Geography
Sherman County is located in the central part of Nebraska, and is bordered by Buffalo County to the north, Howard County to the east, Greeley County to the south, and Valley County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1.2 square miles (0.2%) is water.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part. The Loup River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout.
Economy
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Sherman County. The county is home to a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and alfalfa. Cattle and hogs are also raised in the county.
The county also has a few small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few gas stations.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 6,010 people, 2,521 households, and 1,717 families living in the county. The population density was 10.4 people per square mile. There were 2,845 housing units at an average density of 4.9 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 2,521 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.2% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.3% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.88.
In the county, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $43,929. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the county was $17,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.
Sherman County is a rural county with a small population and a strong agricultural economy. The county is home to a variety of crops and livestock, and has a few small businesses. The population is mostly white, with a small percentage of other races. The median income is slightly below the state average, and the poverty rate is slightly higher than the state average.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Sherman County?
Total Population of Sherman County is 2,970.
What is the Total Male Population of Sherman County?
Total Male Population of Sherman County is 1,509.
What is the Total Female Population of Sherman County?
Total Female Population of Sherman County is 1,461.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sherman County?
There are 103.29 Males per 100 Females in Sherman County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sherman County?
There are 96.82 Females per 100 Males in Sherman County.
What is the Median Population Age in Sherman County?
Median Population Age in Sherman County is 49.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sherman County
Average Family Size in Sherman County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sherman County
Average Household Size in Sherman County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sherman County?
Per Capita income in Sherman County is $31,023.
What is the Median Family Income in Sherman County?
Median Family Income in Sherman County is $70,208.
What is the Median Household income in Sherman County?
Median Household Income in Sherman County is $60,194.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sherman County?
Income or Wage Gap in Sherman County is 29.8%.
Women in Sherman County earn 70.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sherman County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sherman County is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sherman County?
There are 1,554 People in the Labor Forcein in Sherman County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sherman County?
63.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Sherman County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sherman County?
Unemployment Rate in Sherman County is 4.2%.