What are the schools like in Sheldon, MO?

Sheldon is served primarily by SHELDON R-VIII. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.0:1.

What is the median household income in Sheldon?

The median household income in Sheldon, MO is $39,938 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.8%.

What is the weather like in Sheldon, MO?

Sheldon has an average high temperature of 42.5°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.3 inches.

Sheldon, MO Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Sheldon, MO affordable or expensive?

Sheldon's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sheldon is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,000 and the median rent is $534 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Sheldon, MO?

Sheldon has a violent crime rate of 359.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2475.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sheldon, MO a Good Place to Live?

Sheldon is a small town of 398 in Missouri, with a median household income of $39,938 and a 6.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Sheldon stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Sheldon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Sheldon city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 84.3

Sheldon's overall cost of living index is 84.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sheldon costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sheldon, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$534	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	46.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$39,938	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Sheldon's violent crime rate is 359.9 per 100,000 residents — 5% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

359.9 /100k

Property Crime

2475.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Sheldon is served primarily by SHELDON R-VIII. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sheldon, MO	National Avg
School District	SHELDON R-VIII	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sheldon sees average highs of 42.5°F in January and 88.4°F in July, with 48.9 inches of annual precipitation and 7.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sheldon, MO
Average High — January	42.5°F
Average High — July	88.4°F
Annual Precipitation	48.9"
Annual Snowfall	7.3"

Demographics

Metric	Sheldon, MO	National Avg
Population	398	—
Median Age	41.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.1%	22.2%
65 and over	17.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Sheldon

Sheldon, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

64784

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheldon, MO affordable or expensive?

Sheldon's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sheldon roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,000 and median rent is $534/month.

What is the crime rate in Sheldon, MO?

Sheldon's violent crime rate is 359.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2475.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Sheldon?

Public schools in Sheldon are operated by SHELDON R-VIII. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.0:1. 17.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sheldon, MO a good place to live?

Sheldon, MO has a population of 398, a median household income of $39,938, and an unemployment rate of 6.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Sheldon?

Sheldon averages 42.5°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.9 inches with about 7.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sheldon?

Sheldon, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 64784.

What is the population of Sheldon?

The population of Sheldon, Missouri is 398 with a median age of 41.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sheldon?

Key numbers for living in Sheldon: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $65,000, median household income $39,938, crime index 104 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sheldon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.