Sheffield, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sheffield, Pennsylvania had a total population of 833, the 1083rd largest community in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $58,646, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Sheffield Quick Facts
How Sheffield Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 721 | 833 | +15.5% |
| Median household income | $56,331 | $58,646 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $104,800 | $90,000 | -14.1% |
How Sheffield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sheffield Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Warren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren | 9,240 | $53,815 | 9.9% | $103,800 |
| North Warren | 2,104 | $56,549 | 17.2% | $121,500 |
| Youngsville | 1,803 | $58,789 | 12.0% | $118,800 |
| Russell | 1,215 | $90,250 | 4.3% | $191,900 |
| Tidioute | 786 | $43,158 | 11.1% | $78,300 |
| Columbus | 664 | $59,612 | 7.5% | $110,900 |
| Starbrick | 493 | $53,889 | 29.6% | $105,600 |
| Sugar Grove | 492 | $71,875 | 4.7% | $141,800 |
| Clarendon | 358 | $57,708 | 23.6% | $85,900 |
| Bear Lake | 132 | $38,750 | 12.1% | $70,000 |
Cities Similar to Sheffield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davidsville | 826 | N/A | $215,200 | 32.1% | 7.5% |
| Farmington | 826 | N/A | N/A | 31.5% | 87.1% |
| Liverpool | 850 | $59,539 | $197,500 | 14.4% | 8.2% |
| Midway | 837 | $55,329 | $121,200 | 11.2% | 8.7% |
| Hyndman | 850 | $56,429 | $99,700 | 9.3% | 11.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 833, Sheffield's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Sheffield is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Warren County. The total population is 833. It ranks as the 1083rd most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sheffield is 45.6 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sheffield is $58,646. This is 25% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.4%. This is 126% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sheffield, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $90,000. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Sheffield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sheffield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.8% of all residents.
Education
14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sheffield, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sheffield, Pennsylvania?
Sheffield, Pennsylvania has a population of 833 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sheffield, PA?
The median household income in Sheffield is $58,646, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sheffield, PA?
The poverty rate in Sheffield is 26.4%. This means approximately 220 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sheffield, Pennsylvania?
Sheffield's population is 98.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sheffield, PA?
The median home value in Sheffield is $90,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Sheffield, Pennsylvania?
14.9% of adults (25+) in Sheffield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.