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Sheldon, Texas

Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates
2,208
Population
$68,750
Median Income
27.9
Median Age

Demographics

Sheldon has a population of 2,208 with a median age of 27.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Hispanic
71.4%
White
32.3%
Black
5.8%
Demographic Value
Total Population2,208
Median Age27.9
White32.3%
Black or African American5.8%
Hispanic or Latino71.4%
Sheldon, Texas — racial composition (Census ACS 2024)Donut chart of 3 segments totaling 110.Hispanic/Latino: 65.2%White: 29.5%Black: 5.3%2,208PopulationHispanic/LatinoHispanic/Latino65.2%WhiteWhite29.5%BlackBlack5.3%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Sheldon is $68,750, which is 14.7% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $21,476. The poverty rate is 0.8%.

$68,750
Median Household Income
$21,476
Per Capita Income
0.8%
Poverty Rate

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Education

In Sheldon, 80.3% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 7.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

HS Diploma+
80.3%
Bachelor's+
7.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher80.3%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher7.3%

Housing

$1,756/mo
Median Rent
50.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Monthly Rent$1,756
Homeownership Rate50.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sheldon, Texas?
The population of Sheldon, Texas is 2,208 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sheldon, Texas?
The median household income in Sheldon, Texas is $68,750. This is 14.7% below the national median of $80,610.
What percentage of people in Sheldon have a college degree?
In Sheldon, Texas, 7.3% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.3% have a high school diploma or higher.

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