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Sheffield, IA

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Population
1,103
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,077 ft
Median Home Value
$151,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$700/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,458
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Sheffield

Located in Franklin County, Sheffield is a quiet, close-knit town of about 1,100 residents with an easygoing pace. Originally founded as a railroad stop in the 1870s, the community remains compact and walkable today. Tree-lined streets connect everyday stops like City Park and the public library, giving the town a comfortable, neighborly feel.

Sheffield Iowa 20090322 City Hall

Families in town are part of the West Fork Community School District, which places its middle and high school campus right along West Park Street, while elementary students attend classes in neighboring Rockwell. For recreation, residents enjoy the seasonal pool at Marie Ayers Park, quiet camping spots at Galvin's Park, and the paved Path of Progress trail, which provides a scenic walking and biking route south toward Chapin.

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