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Sheffield Overview

9,330
TOTAL POPULATION
4,712
MALE POPULATION
4,618
FEMALE POPULATION
102.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,627
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,923
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,666
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
14.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,709
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,169
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sheffield Zip Codes

Sheffield Area Codes

Race in Sheffield

The most populous races in Sheffield are White / Caucasian (6,636 | 71.1%), Black / African American (2,156 | 23.1%), and Two or more Races (296 | 3.2%).
Race in Sheffield
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American2,15623.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific430.5%
Hispanic or Latino1902.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian6,63671.1%
Two or more Races2963.2%
Some other Race1992.1%
Total9,330100.0%

Ancestry in Sheffield

The most populous ancestries reported in Sheffield are American (2,623 | 28.1%), English (1,051 | 11.3%), Irish (880 | 9.4%), German (440 | 4.7%), and Scottish (201 | 2.1%), together accounting for 55.7% of all Sheffield residents.
Ancestry in Sheffield
Ancestry# Population% Population
African290.3%
American2,62328.1%
Austrian110.1%
Bhutanese150.2%
British620.7%
Canadian10.0%
Central American500.5%
Dutch450.5%
English1,05111.3%
European530.6%
French780.8%
German4404.7%
Greek60.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro210.2%
Guatemalan500.5%
Irish8809.4%
Italian840.9%
Korean160.2%
Lithuanian110.1%
Mexican680.7%
Native Hawaiian370.4%
Navajo90.1%
Northern European50.1%
Norwegian60.1%
Pennsylvania German100.1%
Polish340.4%
Puerto Rican720.8%
Scotch-Irish780.8%
Scottish2012.1%
Subsaharan African290.3%
Swedish470.5%
Swiss310.3%
Thai30.0%
Welsh420.4%
Yugoslavian140.2%
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Immigrants in Sheffield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sheffield came from Central America (30 | 0.3%), Guatemala (30 | 0.3%), and Latin America (30 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.0% of all Sheffield residents.
Immigrants in Sheffield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America300.3%
Guatemala300.3%
Latin America300.3%
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Sex and Age in Sheffield

Sex and Age in Sheffield

The most populous age groups in Sheffield are 20 to 24 Years (498 | 10.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (393 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sheffield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years103 (2.2%)197 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years398 (8.5%)267 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years393 (8.3%)217 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Years205 (4.3%)205 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Years498 (10.6%)244 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years282 (6.0%)178 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years458 (9.7%)294 (6.4%)
35 to 39 Years211 (4.5%)324 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years211 (4.5%)284 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years313 (6.6%)341 (7.4%)
50 to 54 Years276 (5.9%)256 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years256 (5.4%)393 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years245 (5.2%)332 (7.2%)
65 to 69 Years302 (6.4%)310 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years221 (4.7%)365 (7.9%)
75 to 79 Years174 (3.7%)84 (1.8%)
80 to 84 Years111 (2.4%)137 (3.0%)
85 Years and over55 (1.2%)190 (4.1%)
Total4,712 (100.0%)4,618 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sheffield

Median Family Size in Sheffield

The median family size in Sheffield is 3.09 persons per family, with single female/mother families (631 | 30.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.29 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (223 | 10.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.89 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sheffield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,250 (59.4%)3.02
Single Male/Father223 (10.6%)2.89
Single Female/Mother631 (30.0%)3.29
Total Families2,104 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Sheffield

The median household size in Sheffield is 2.15 persons per household, with single female/mother households (631 | 14.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.42 persons per household. non-family households (2,205 | 51.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sheffield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,250 (29.0%)3.03
Single Male/Father223 (5.2%)3.21
Single Female/Mother631 (14.6%)3.42
Non-family2,205 (51.2%)1.19
Total Households4,309 (100.0%)2.15

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sheffield

Out of a total of 4,309 households in Sheffield, 2,104 (48.8%) are family households, while 2,205 (51.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,050, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,856.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sheffield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,856 (43.1%)
2-Person Households1,050 (24.4%)349 (8.1%)
3-Person Households508 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households371 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households116 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households41 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,104 (48.8%)2,205 (51.2%)

Female Fertility in Sheffield

Fertility by Age in Sheffield

Average fertility rate in Sheffield is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 52.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sheffield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years39 (52.7%)54.0
35 to 50 years35 (47.3%)34.0
Total74 (100.0%)38.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sheffield

48.6% of women with births (74) in Sheffield are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 79.5% 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 20.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sheffield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (20.5%)31 (79.5%)
35 to 50 years28 (80.0%)7 (20.0%)
Total36 (48.6%)38 (51.3%)

Fertility by Education in Sheffield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sheffield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School7 (9.5%)29.0
High School Diploma39 (52.7%)83.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (10.8%)9.0
Bachelor's Degree20 (27.0%)83.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total74 (100.0%)38.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sheffield

51.3% of women with births in Sheffield 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sheffield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
High School Diploma8 (20.5%)31 (79.5%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (48.6%)38 (51.3%)

Income in Sheffield

Income Overview in Sheffield

Per Capita Income in Sheffield is $26,627, while median incomes of families and households are $61,923 and $39,666 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income9,330$26,627
Median Family Income2,104$61,923
Mean Family Income2,104$74,897
Median Household Income4,309$39,666
Mean Household Income4,309$54,855
Income Deficit2,104$11,709
Wage / Income Gap (%)9,33014.71%
Wage / Income Gap ($)9,33085.29¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9,3300.49

Earnings by Sex in Sheffield

Average Earnings in Sheffield are $28,324, $30,631 for men and $26,126 for women, a difference of 14.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Sheffield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,260 (52.3%)$30,631
Female2,059 (47.7%)$26,126
Total4,319 (100.0%)$28,324

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sheffield

The most common earnings brackets in Sheffield are $100,000+ for men (294 | 13.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (258 | 12.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sheffield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less175 (7.7%)74 (3.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99971 (3.1%)137 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49923 (1.0%)116 (5.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99975 (3.3%)14 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499158 (7.0%)80 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99942 (1.9%)84 (4.1%)
$15,000 to $17,499258 (11.4%)67 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99940 (1.8%)42 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49943 (1.9%)211 (10.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99959 (2.6%)127 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999161 (7.1%)258 (12.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999121 (5.3%)183 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99955 (2.4%)163 (7.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99967 (3.0%)123 (6.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99962 (2.7%)72 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999144 (6.4%)18 (0.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999131 (5.8%)135 (6.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999105 (4.6%)31 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999176 (7.8%)103 (5.0%)
$100,000+294 (13.0%)21 (1.0%)
Total2,260 (100.0%)2,059 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sheffield

Average earnings in Sheffield are $40,372 for men and $28,474 for women, a difference of 29.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,750, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $20,714. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,821, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,976.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sheffield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$20,714$0
High School Diploma$27,945$25,976
College or Associate's Degree$47,134$28,148
Bachelor's Degree$60,608$34,833
Graduate Degree$95,750$39,821
Total$40,372$28,474

Family Income in Sheffield

Family Income Brackets in Sheffield

According to the Sheffield family income data, there are 408 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 55 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sheffield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00021710.3%
$10,000 to $14,999552.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991798.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991436.8%
$35,000 to $49,99923111.0%
$50,000 to $74,99940819.4%
$75,000 to $99,99937717.9%
$100,000 to $149,99924211.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991477.0%
$200,000+1034.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sheffield

5-person families (87 | 4.1%) account for the highest median family income in Sheffield with $85,694 per family, while 2-person families (1,120 | 53.2%) have the highest median income of $28,966 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sheffield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,120 (53.2%)$57,933
3-Person Families469 (22.3%)$62,227
4-Person Families375 (17.8%)$84,009
5-Person Families87 (4.1%)$85,694
6-Person Families41 (1.9%)$66,875
7+ Person Families12 (0.6%)$0
Total2,104 (100.0%)$61,923

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sheffield

The median family income in Sheffield is $61,923, with families comprising 3+ earners (213) having the highest median family income of $108,594, while families with no earners (533) have the lowest median family income of $23,773, accounting for 10.1% and 25.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sheffield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners533 (25.3%)$23,773
1 Earner710 (33.8%)$58,261
2 Earners648 (30.8%)$76,563
3+ Earners213 (10.1%)$108,594
Total2,104 (100.0%)$61,923

Household Income in Sheffield

Household Income Brackets in Sheffield

With 767 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sheffield, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 103 households (2.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sheffield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00053912.5%
$10,000 to $14,9993848.9%
$15,000 to $24,99968515.9%
$25,000 to $34,9992806.5%
$35,000 to $49,99955212.8%
$50,000 to $74,99976717.8%
$75,000 to $99,99946510.8%
$100,000 to $149,9993628.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991643.8%
$200,000+1032.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sheffield

The median household income in Sheffield is $39,666, with the highest median household income of $55,162 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,564 households (36.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $2,499, with 299 households (6.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sheffield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years299 (6.9%)$2,499
25 to 44 Years1,151 (26.7%)$36,549
45 to 64 Years1,564 (36.3%)$55,162
65+ Years1,295 (30.0%)$42,232
Total4,309 (100.0%)$39,666

Poverty in Sheffield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sheffield

With 21.6% poverty level for males and 26.3% for females among the residents of Sheffield, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (76.7%) and 111 females (55.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sheffield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (24.2%)54 (28.4%)
5 Years16 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years203 (42.0%)111 (55.2%)
12 to 14 Years53 (24.2%)84 (51.5%)
15 Years33 (76.7%)15 (48.4%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (22.5%)
18 to 24 Years199 (33.8%)129 (34.3%)
25 to 34 Years63 (8.5%)134 (28.4%)
35 to 44 Years110 (26.1%)268 (44.1%)
45 to 54 Years168 (28.5%)113 (18.9%)
55 to 64 Years76 (15.2%)131 (18.1%)
65 to 74 Years64 (12.2%)70 (10.4%)
75 Years and over6 (1.8%)93 (22.6%)
Total1,015 (21.6%)1,211 (26.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sheffield

According to the poverty statistics in Sheffield, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 5 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sheffield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years75 (75.8%)136 (71.6%)
5 Years66 (80.5%)120 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years280 (58.0%)90 (44.8%)
12 to 14 Years166 (75.8%)79 (48.5%)
15 Years10 (23.3%)16 (51.6%)
16 and 17 Years69 (100.0%)31 (77.5%)
18 to 24 Years389 (66.2%)247 (65.7%)
25 to 34 Years677 (91.5%)338 (71.6%)
35 to 44 Years312 (73.9%)340 (55.9%)
45 to 54 Years421 (71.5%)484 (81.1%)
55 to 64 Years425 (84.8%)594 (81.9%)
65 to 74 Years459 (87.8%)605 (89.6%)
75 Years and over334 (98.2%)318 (77.4%)
Total3,683 (78.4%)3,398 (73.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sheffield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sheffield show that 3.8% or 47 of the total 1,250 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.0%, comprising of 47 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sheffield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children901 (95.0%)47 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children220 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,203 (96.2%)47 (3.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sheffield

According to the poverty data in Sheffield, 22.9% or 51 single-father households and 47.9% or 302 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (25.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 85 households (72.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sheffield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children26 (25.2%)30 (14.7%)
1 or 2 Children25 (24.5%)187 (60.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)85 (72.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (22.9%)302 (47.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sheffield

The poverty data for Sheffield shows that 47 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 353 of the single-parent households (41.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (5.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 85 household (63.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sheffield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children47 (5.0%)56 (18.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)212 (51.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)85 (63.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (3.8%)353 (41.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Sheffield

Employment by Class of Employer in Sheffield

Among the 3,981 employed individuals in Sheffield, private company employees (2,761 | 69.4%), not-for-profit organizations (417 | 10.5%), and local government employees (255 | 6.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sheffield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,76169.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)862.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1664.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations41710.5%
Local Government Employees2556.4%
State Government Employees1183.0%
Federal Government Employees1784.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,981100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sheffield

According to the labor force statistics for Sheffield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,678), 54.3% or 4,169 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 158 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.1% or 655 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.0% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sheffield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years152 (45.6%)1 (0.7%)
20 to 24 Years460 (62.0%)21 (4.6%)
25 to 29 Years362 (78.7%)22 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years655 (87.1%)16 (2.4%)
35 to 44 Years681 (66.1%)61 (9.0%)
45 to 54 Years738 (62.2%)39 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years518 (79.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years154 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years413 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over39 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,169 (54.3%)158 (3.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sheffield

According to labor force statistics for Sheffield, 66.8% of individuals (3,109) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,654) are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 137 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 78.3% or 1,370 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 20.8% or 59 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sheffield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School283 (37.6%)157 (20.8%)
High School Diploma818 (61.2%)13 (1.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,370 (78.3%)91 (5.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher637 (78.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,109 (66.8%)205 (4.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sheffield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sheffield are Management (307 | 7.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (265 | 6.6%), Community & Social Service (219 | 5.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (167 | 4.2%), and Health Technologists (167 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sheffield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sheffield, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (68.9%), and Health Technologists (61.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (81.2%), and Business & Financial (75.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sheffield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management184 (59.9%)123 (40.1%)
Business & Financial29 (24.2%)91 (75.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science115 (68.9%)52 (31.1%)
Computers & Mathematics55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering33 (55.9%)26 (44.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science27 (50.9%)26 (49.1%)
Community & Social Service 67 (30.6%)152 (69.4%)
Education, Arts & Media6 (18.8%)26 (81.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library52 (32.3%)109 (67.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating112 (42.3%)153 (57.7%)
Health Technologists102 (61.1%)65 (38.9%)
Total (Category)507 (47.0%)571 (53.0%)
Total (Overall)2,127 (53.0%)1,885 (47.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sheffield are Food Preparation & Serving (313 | 7.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (219 | 5.5%), Security & Protection (202 | 5.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (177 | 4.4%), and Healthcare Support (59 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Sheffield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sheffield, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (66.2%), and Security & Protection (63.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (67.4%), and Personal Care & Service (48.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sheffield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support8 (13.6%)51 (86.4%)
Security & Protection129 (63.9%)73 (36.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention104 (58.8%)73 (41.2%)
Law Enforcement25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving102 (32.6%)211 (67.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance145 (66.2%)74 (33.8%)
Personal Care & Service19 (51.3%)18 (48.6%)
Total (Category)403 (48.5%)427 (51.4%)
Total (Overall)2,127 (53.0%)1,885 (47.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sheffield are Office & Administration (528 | 13.2%), and Sales & Related (373 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sheffield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sheffield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related138 (37.0%)235 (63.0%)
Office & Administration71 (13.5%)457 (86.6%)
Total (Category)209 (23.2%)692 (76.8%)
Total (Overall)2,127 (53.0%)1,885 (47.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sheffield are Construction & Extraction (372 | 9.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (103 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sheffield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sheffield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction372 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)480 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,127 (53.0%)1,885 (47.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sheffield are Production (365 | 9.1%), Material Moving (193 | 4.8%), and Transportation (165 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sheffield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sheffield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production228 (62.5%)137 (37.5%)
Transportation161 (97.6%)4 (2.4%)
Material Moving139 (72.0%)54 (28.0%)
Total (Category)528 (73.0%)195 (27.0%)
Total (Overall)2,127 (53.0%)1,885 (47.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sheffield

Employment Industries in Sheffield

The major employment industries in Sheffield include Manufacturing (559 | 13.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (511 | 12.7%), Construction (417 | 10.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (392 | 9.8%), and Retail Trade (315 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Sheffield

Employment Industries by Sex in Sheffield

The Sheffield industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (89.4%), and Wholesale Trade (80.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (93.8%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (91.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sheffield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction11 (61.1%)7 (38.9%)
Construction373 (89.4%)44 (10.5%)
Manufacturing333 (59.6%)226 (40.4%)
Wholesale Trade177 (80.1%)44 (19.9%)
Retail Trade99 (31.4%)216 (68.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (79.3%)6 (20.7%)
Utilities87 (54.4%)73 (45.6%)
Information26 (18.3%)116 (81.7%)
Finance & Insurance5 (6.2%)76 (93.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (8.7%)42 (91.3%)
Professional & Scientific91 (77.8%)26 (22.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support150 (71.1%)61 (28.9%)
Educational Services169 (60.4%)111 (39.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance191 (37.4%)320 (62.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services146 (37.2%)246 (62.8%)
Public Administration113 (66.5%)57 (33.5%)
Total2,127 (53.0%)1,885 (47.0%)

Education in Sheffield

School Enrollment in Sheffield

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,802 students in Sheffield are elementary school (564 | 31.3%), middle school (445 | 24.7%), and high school (257 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Sheffield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool814.5%
Kindergarten1588.8%
Elementary School56431.3%
Middle School44524.7%
High School25714.3%
College / Undergraduate25314.0%
Graduate / Professional442.4%
Total1,802100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sheffield

Out of a total of 1,802 students who are enrolled in schools in Sheffield, 204 (11.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,598 (88.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 21 (36.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 68 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sheffield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds36 (63.2%)21 (36.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old545 (88.8%)69 (11.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds549 (91.2%)53 (8.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds175 (93.6%)12 (6.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds100 (75.2%)33 (24.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds111 (93.3%)8 (6.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over15 (68.2%)7 (31.8%)
Total1,598 (88.7%)204 (11.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sheffield

Business (277 | 23.1%), science & technology (202 | 16.9%), education (155 | 12.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (114 | 9.5%), and liberal arts & history (94 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,198 individuals in Sheffield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sheffield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics342.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1149.5%
Physical & Health Sciences423.5%
Psychology484.0%
Social Sciences544.5%
Engineering171.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies151.3%
Science & Technology20216.9%
Business27723.1%
Education15512.9%
Literature & Languages312.6%
Liberal Arts & History947.9%
Visual & Performing Arts342.8%
Communications121.0%
Arts & Humanities695.8%
Total1,198100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sheffield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sheffield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sheffield are males with 2 vehicles (1,015, accounting for 48.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (647, making up 54.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sheffield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle15 (0.7%)40 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle280 (13.3%)790 (42.1%)
2 Vehicles1,015 (48.2%)647 (34.5%)
3 Vehicles542 (25.8%)254 (13.5%)
4 Vehicles117 (5.6%)72 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles136 (6.5%)73 (3.9%)
Total2,105 (100.0%)1,876 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sheffield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sheffield are 15 to 19 minutes (934 commuters, 24.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (763 commuters, 19.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (558 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Sheffield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1032.7%
5 to 9 Minutes48712.7%
10 to 14 Minutes76319.9%
15 to 19 Minutes93424.4%
20 to 24 Minutes55814.6%
25 to 29 Minutes2426.3%
30 to 34 Minutes2917.6%
35 to 39 Minutes150.4%
40 to 44 Minutes651.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1754.6%
60 to 89 Minutes571.5%
90 or more Minutes1433.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Sheffield

The most common commute times in Sheffield are 15 to 19 minutes (485 commuters, 23.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (449 commuters, 25.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sheffield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes20 (1.0%)83 (4.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes218 (10.6%)269 (15.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes329 (16.0%)434 (24.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes485 (23.6%)449 (25.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes282 (13.8%)276 (15.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes198 (9.7%)44 (2.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes194 (9.5%)97 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes37 (1.8%)28 (1.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes146 (7.1%)29 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes34 (1.7%)23 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes93 (4.5%)50 (2.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sheffield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sheffield are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (354, 17.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (449, 25.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sheffield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM65 (3.2%)37 (2.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM62 (3.0%)7 (0.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM114 (5.6%)60 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM354 (17.3%)85 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM255 (12.4%)172 (9.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM278 (13.6%)449 (25.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM245 (11.9%)187 (10.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM174 (8.5%)149 (8.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM79 (3.8%)85 (4.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM41 (2.0%)95 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM32 (1.6%)109 (6.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM21 (1.0%)29 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM160 (7.8%)153 (8.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM171 (8.3%)165 (9.3%)
Total2,051 (100.0%)1,782 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sheffield

Occupancy by Ownership in Sheffield

Of the total 4,309 dwellings in Sheffield, owner-occupied units account for 2,508 (58.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,801 (41.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sheffield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,50858.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,80141.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,309100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sheffield

Occupancy by Household Size in Sheffield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,85643.1%
2-Person Household1,39932.5%
3-Person Household50811.8%
4+ Person Household54612.7%
Total Housing Units4,309100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sheffield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sheffield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household845 (45.5%)1,011 (54.5%)
2-Person Household979 (70.0%)420 (30.0%)
3-Person Household313 (61.6%)195 (38.4%)
4+ Person Household371 (67.9%)175 (32.1%)
Total Housing Units2,508 (58.2%)1,801 (41.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sheffield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sheffield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School247 (28.8%)611 (71.2%)
High School Diploma908 (65.3%)483 (34.7%)
College/Associate Degree741 (58.3%)531 (41.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher612 (77.7%)176 (22.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sheffield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sheffield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years87920.4%
35 to 44 Years57113.3%
45 to 54 Years65515.2%
55 to 64 Years90921.1%
65 to 74 Years72716.9%
75 to 84 Years3828.9%
85 Years and Over1864.3%
Total4,309100.0%

Housing Finances in Sheffield

Median Income by Occupancy in Sheffield

Median Income by Occupancy in Sheffield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,508 (58.2%)$60,751
Renter-Occupied1,801 (41.8%)$17,818
Average4,309 (100.0%)$39,666

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sheffield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sheffield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00077 (3.1%)387 (21.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (0.2%)72 (4.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999121 (4.8%)263 (14.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999130 (5.2%)230 (12.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999161 (6.4%)165 (9.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999113 (4.5%)169 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999286 (11.4%)264 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999701 (28.0%)68 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999379 (15.1%)88 (4.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999339 (13.5%)23 (1.3%)
$150,000 or more197 (7.9%)72 (4.0%)
Total2,508 (100.0%)1,801 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sheffield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sheffield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300278 (11.1%)141 (7.8%)
$300 to $499731 (29.1%)185 (10.3%)
$500 to $799535 (21.3%)636 (35.3%)
$800 to $999288 (11.5%)442 (24.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499437 (17.4%)253 (14.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999190 (7.6%)11 (0.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49921 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9997 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more21 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,508 (100.0%)1,801 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sheffield

Housing Structures in Sheffield

Housing Structures in Sheffield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,23975.2%
Single Unit, Attached40.1%
2 Unit Apartments43010.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1323.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2175.0%
10 or more Apartments2044.7%
Mobile Home / Other831.9%
Total4,309100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sheffield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sheffield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,462 (76.0%)777 (24.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments9 (2.1%)421 (97.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4 (3.0%)128 (97.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)217 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)204 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other33 (39.8%)50 (60.2%)
Total2,508 (58.2%)1,801 (41.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sheffield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sheffield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)9 (0.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)428 (23.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms542 (21.6%)845 (46.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms994 (39.6%)415 (23.0%)
8 or more Rooms972 (38.8%)104 (5.8%)
Total2,508 (100.0%)1,801 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sheffield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sheffield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,008 (40.2%)354 (19.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas44 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,433 (57.1%)1,447 (80.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene7 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used16 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,508 (100.0%)1,801 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sheffield

Household Vehicle Usage in Sheffield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle71 (2.8%)262 (14.5%)
1 Vehicle782 (31.2%)907 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles924 (36.8%)545 (30.3%)
3 or more Vehicles731 (29.1%)87 (4.8%)
Total2,508 (100.0%)1,801 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sheffield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sheffield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,3551,153
Median Property Value$93,900$135,800
Median Household Income$51,308$93
Monthly Housing Costs$388$21
Real Estate Taxes$494$274

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sheffield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sheffield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000279 (20.6%)9 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999466 (34.4%)304 (26.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999545 (40.2%)805 (69.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99965 (4.8%)24 (2.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)11 (0.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,355 (100.0%)1,153 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sheffield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sheffield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00073 (5.4%)70 (6.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999351 (25.9%)8 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99973 (5.4%)61 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999158 (11.7%)40 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999356 (26.3%)128 (11.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999108 (8.0%)345 (29.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999132 (9.7%)271 (23.5%)
$150,000 or more104 (7.7%)207 (17.9%)
Total1,355 (100.0%)1,153 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sheffield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sheffield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x659 (48.6%)73,036 (6,334.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x215 (15.9%)664 (57.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x158 (11.7%)182 (15.8%)
4.0x or more258 (19.0%)103 (8.9%)
Total1,355 (100.0%)1,153 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sheffield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sheffield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800749 (55.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499169 (12.5%)584 (50.6%)
$800 to $1,49939 (2.9%)259 (22.5%)
Total1,355 (100.0%)1,153 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sheffield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sheffield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sheffield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years492 (96.9%)16 (3.2%)
6 to 18 Years1,251 (94.0%)80 (6.0%)
19 to 25 Years899 (92.9%)69 (7.1%)
26 to 34 Years909 (80.7%)217 (19.3%)
35 to 44 Years790 (76.7%)240 (23.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,036 (87.4%)150 (12.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,128 (92.0%)98 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older751 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,454 (90.7%)870 (9.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sheffield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sheffield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born492 (96.9%)16 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,251 (94.0%)80 (6.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen899 (92.9%)69 (7.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sheffield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sheffield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,100 (82.3%)451 (17.7%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,521 (93.1%)112 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,639 (89.6%)190 (10.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,410 (96.6%)50 (3.4%)
$100,000 and over1,735 (96.3%)67 (3.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sheffield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sheffield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6242 (47.6%)255 (50.2%)
6 to 18 Years797 (59.9%)515 (38.7%)
19 to 25 Years292 (30.2%)614 (63.4%)
25 to 34 Years118 (10.5%)815 (72.4%)
35 to 44 Years282 (27.4%)529 (51.4%)
45 to 54 Years341 (28.7%)720 (60.7%)
55 to 64 Years347 (28.3%)859 (70.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,183 (98.8%)500 (41.7%)
75 Years and over751 (100.0%)387 (51.5%)
Total4,353 (46.7%)5,194 (55.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sheffield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sheffield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years64 (7.1%)5 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years311 (23.4%)52 (6.1%)
35 to 64 Years444 (29.4%)404 (20.9%)
65 to 74 Years188 (35.9%)202 (29.9%)
75 Years and over156 (45.9%)288 (70.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sheffield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sheffield: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years31 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (4.6%)33 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years93 (17.8%)47 (7.0%)
75 Years and over95 (27.9%)23 (5.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sheffield: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years31 (3.4%)5 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years14 (1.1%)9 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years69 (4.6%)31 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years39 (7.5%)47 (7.0%)
75 Years and over35 (10.3%)33 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sheffield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years64 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years92 (6.9%)29 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years245 (16.2%)190 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years36 (6.9%)57 (8.4%)
75 Years and over59 (17.3%)100 (24.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sheffield: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years31 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years233 (17.5%)26 (3.1%)
35 to 64 Years184 (12.2%)294 (15.2%)
65 to 74 Years126 (24.1%)74 (11.0%)
75 Years and over140 (41.2%)190 (46.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sheffield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years31 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years90 (5.9%)87 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years17 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over67 (19.7%)134 (32.6%)

Technology Access in Sheffield

Computing Device Access in Sheffield

Computing Device Access in Sheffield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,44156.7%
Smartphone3,25275.5%
Tablet1,68439.1%
No Computing Device78218.1%
Total4,309100.0%

Internet Access in Sheffield

Internet Access in Sheffield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet210.5%
Broadband Home2,12049.2%
Cellular Data Only85019.7%
Satellite Internet2455.7%
No Internet1,19627.8%
Total4,309100.0%

Sheffield Summary

Sheffield is a city located in Colbert County, Alabama, United States. It is part of the Florence-Muscle Shoals Metropolitan Statistical Area known as "The Shoals". As of the 2010 census, the population of Sheffield was 9,039.

History

The area that is now Sheffield was originally inhabited by the Chickasaw Indians. The first settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s. The city was founded in 1885 and was named after Sheffield, England. The city was incorporated in 1889.
The city was an important industrial center during the early 20th century. The Sheffield Iron Company was founded in 1883 and was the first iron and steel mill in the area. The company was later renamed the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company (TCI). The company was a major employer in the area and was responsible for the growth of the city.
The city was also home to the Sheffield Steel Works, which was founded in 1901. The steel works was the largest steel mill in the South and was responsible for the production of steel for the U.S. Navy during World War II.
The city was also home to the Sheffield School of Technology, which was founded in 1909. The school was the first technical school in the state and was responsible for training many of the engineers and technicians who worked in the steel and iron industries in the area.
The city was also home to the Sheffield Music Festival, which was held annually from the 1920s to the 1950s. The festival was one of the largest music festivals in the South and featured some of the biggest names in music, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams.

Geography

Sheffield is located in northwestern Alabama, in Colbert County. It is situated on the banks of the Tennessee River, about 20 miles east of the Mississippi River. The city is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 72 and Alabama State Route 20.
The city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 16.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests.

Economy

The economy of Sheffield is largely based on manufacturing and industry. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company (TCI), the Sheffield Steel Works, and the Sheffield School of Technology.
The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is served by the Sheffield-Florence Regional Airport, which provides air service to the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 9,039 people, 3,845 households, and 2,541 families residing in the city. The population density was 562.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 17.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $33,917, and the median income for a family was $41,945. The per capita income for the city was $18,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sheffield?
Total Population of Sheffield is 9,330.
What is the Total Male Population of Sheffield?
Total Male Population of Sheffield is 4,712.
What is the Total Female Population of Sheffield?
Total Female Population of Sheffield is 4,618.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sheffield?
There are 102.04 Males per 100 Females in Sheffield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sheffield?
There are 98.01 Females per 100 Males in Sheffield.
What is the Median Population Age in Sheffield?
Median Population Age in Sheffield is 42.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sheffield
Average Family Size in Sheffield is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sheffield
Average Household Size in Sheffield is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sheffield?
Per Capita income in Sheffield is $26,627.
What is the Median Family Income in Sheffield?
Median Family Income in Sheffield is $61,923.
What is the Median Household income in Sheffield?
Median Household Income in Sheffield is $39,666.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sheffield?
Income or Wage Gap in Sheffield is 14.7%.
Women in Sheffield earn 85.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sheffield?
Family Income Deficit in Sheffield is $11,709.
Families that are below poverty line in Sheffield earn $11,709 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sheffield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sheffield is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sheffield?
There are 4,169 People in the Labor Forcein in Sheffield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sheffield?
54.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Sheffield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sheffield?
Unemployment Rate in Sheffield is 3.8%.