Sherwood

Sherwood, Arkansas Overview

With a composite score of 50.6/100 and a C+ grade, Sherwood ranks #7 of 20 cities in Arkansas. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (77/100), while Outdoor Access (15/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Sherwood

Sherwood’s median household income of $79,157 is 41% above the Arkansas median of $56,335, and its 3.2% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.2%.

Safety in Sherwood

Sherwood reports 568.9 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 579 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2302.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Sherwood

The median home value is $190,900. Median monthly rent is $1,011. Renters spend 15.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Sherwood

The adult obesity rate in Sherwood is 38.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.5%. Residents report an average of 17 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arkansas ranks #49 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Sherwood

Sherwood has a high school graduation rate of 85.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,487. The city has 10 public schools serving 5,728 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Sherwood

Sherwood enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 64.4°F. Summers average 81.6°F. Winters average 48.2°F. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches.

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