What are the schools like in Sheldon, TX?

Sheldon is served primarily by THE RHODES SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING ARTS. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1.

What is the median household income in Sheldon?

The median household income in Sheldon, TX is $70,285 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.

What is the weather like in Sheldon, TX?

Sheldon has an average high temperature of 62.9°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Sheldon, TX affordable or expensive?

Sheldon's cost of living index is 100, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sheldon is 0% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $139,700 and the median rent is $1,400 per month.

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

Sheldon has a violent crime rate of 798.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3423.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sheldon, TX a Good Place to Live?

Sheldon is a small town of 2,410 in Texas, with a median household income of $70,285 and a 3.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 100 (US average = 100), which is 0% above the national average.

Strengths: Sheldon stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. 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: 100.2

Sheldon's overall cost of living index is 100.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sheldon costs roughly 0% more than the average American city.

Metric	Sheldon, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$139,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,400	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,285	$74,755

Crime & Safety

High Crime

Sheldon's violent crime rate is 798.6 per 100,000 residents — 110% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

798.6 /100k

Property Crime

3423.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Sheldon is served primarily by THE RHODES SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING ARTS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sheldon, TX	National Avg
School District	THE RHODES SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING ARTS	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	69.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sheldon sees average highs of 62.9°F in January and 91.5°F in July, with 57.3 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Sheldon, TX
Average High — January	62.9°F
Average High — July	91.5°F
Annual Precipitation	57.3"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Sheldon, TX	National Avg
Population	2,410	—
Median Age	26.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	54.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	39.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	37.1%	22.2%
65 and over	3.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Channelview, TX 5 mi Barrett, TX 5 mi Cloverleaf, TX 6 mi Highlands, TX 6 mi Crosby, TX 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Sheldon

Sheldon, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

77049

Sheldon vs Other Cities

Sheldon, TX vs Channelview, TX Sheldon, TX vs Barrett, TX Sheldon, TX vs Cloverleaf, TX Sheldon, TX vs Highlands, TX Sheldon, TX vs Crosby, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheldon, TX affordable or expensive?

Sheldon's cost of living index is 100, where 100 is the national average. That puts Sheldon roughly 0% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $139,700 and median rent is $1,400/month.

What is the crime rate in Sheldon, TX?

Sheldon's violent crime rate is 798.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 3423.2 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 THE RHODES SCHOOL FOR PERFORMING ARTS. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1. 4.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sheldon, TX a good place to live?

Sheldon, TX has a population of 2,410, a median household income of $70,285, and an unemployment rate of 3.9%. 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 62.9°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 57.3 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sheldon?

Sheldon, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 77049.

What is the population of Sheldon?

The population of Sheldon, Texas is 2,410 with a median age of 26.4. 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 100 (100 = US average), median home $139,700, median household income $70,285, crime index 191 (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.