Sherman city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sherman city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Sherman city, Texas has a total population of 45,036, the 81st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $60,935, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Sherman city Quick Facts

Population 45,036

Median Household Income $60,935

Median Home Value $219,300

Poverty Rate 11.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 35.5 years

Homeownership Rate 53.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.1%

High School Graduation Rate 90.0%

Diversity Index 57/100

Population 45,036 81st of 1,800

Median Income $60,935 average

Poverty Rate 11.9% 4% lower national

Median Home Value $219,300 above average

How Sherman city Compares

Median Household Income

Sherman city

$60,935

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sherman city

$219,300

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.1%

$25K-$50K 26.5%

$50K-$100K 33.0%

$100K+ 26.4%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

64.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 53.0%

Renter 47.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.6%

18-34

25.0%

35-54

22.1%

55-74

22.9%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sherman city Rankings in Texas

#81 Population of 1,800

#840 Median Income of 1,800

#597 Education of 1,800

#492 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Sherman city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Haltom City city	45,681	$56,156	$194,600	12.2%	14.5%
Channelview CDP	43,536	$65,775	$186,300	14.4%	19.8%
Weslaco city	41,437	$54,995	$119,200	23.2%	25.0%
Lancaster city	40,753	$67,584	$229,900	25.7%	14.4%
Rosenberg city	39,467	$64,897	$218,600	22.3%	16.9%

Population Overview

Sherman city is a mid-sized community located in Texas. The total population is 45,036. It ranks as the 81st most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sherman city is 35.5 years. This is about average than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sherman city is $60,935. This is 20% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $219,300. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 53.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sherman city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (60.7% vs 39.9%). The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

23.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sherman city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sherman city, Texas?

Sherman city, Texas has a population of 45,036 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sherman city, TX?

The median household income in Sherman city is $60,935, which is 22% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sherman city, TX?

The poverty rate in Sherman city is 11.9%. This means approximately 5,140 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sherman city, Texas?

Sherman city's population is 60.7% White, 9.6% Black, 22.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sherman city, TX?

The median home value in Sherman city is $219,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Sherman city, Texas?

23.1% of adults (25+) in Sherman city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.