Sheffield town, Massachusetts
Sheffield town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sheffield town is a geographic entity located in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,314. The land area covers 47.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,314 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs | ±8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,319 | ±155 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,567 | ±176 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,319 | ±155 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 248 | ±103 |
| Median Home Value | $409,400 | ±$31,733 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,837 | ±$1,184 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,120 | ±$31,176 |
| Per Capita Income | $62,797 | ±$15,084 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 214 | ±139 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,025 | ±262 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±8.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 3,324 (2024)
ID: 166473
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
PO BOX 325, SHEFFIELD MA 01257-0325
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Sheffield | 06-12 | Sheffield, MA | |
| Regular School Sheffield | PK-03 | Sheffield, MA | |
| Regular School Sheffield | PK-05 | Sheffield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Norfolk, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Colebrook, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | AMENIA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Winsted, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Otis, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Falls Village, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Lee, MA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bard College at Simon's Rock
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College | 7.3 mi away | 84 Alford Road, Great Barrington, MA, 01230-9702 |
4136444400
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BUSHNELL-SAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 48 MAIN ST., SHEFFIELD, MA, 01257 |
(413) 229-7005
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Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
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College Vocational | 24.5 mi away | 100 West Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201-5300 |
4134998618
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NEW MARLBOROUGH TOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 1 MILL RIVER -GREAT BARRINGTON ROAD, MILL RIVER, MA, 01244 |
(413) 229-6668
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Berkshire Community College
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College | 24.7 mi away | 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201-5786 |
4134994660
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EGREMONT FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 1 BUTTON BALL LANE, SOUTH EGREMONT, MA, 01258 |
(413) 528-1474
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Columbia-Greene Community College
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College | 24.8 mi away | 4400 Route 23, Hudson, NY, 12534 |
5186976400
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MOUNT WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | TOWN HALL 118 EAST STREET, MOUNT WASHINGTON, MA, 01258 |
(413) 528-2839
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DOUGLAS LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 108 MAIN ST., NORTH CANAAN, CT, 06018 |
(860) 824-7863
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MASON LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 231 MAIN ST., GREAT BARRINGTON, MA, 01230 |
(413) 528-2403
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at COPAKE, NY US, located 9.9 miles from Sheffield town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.9° | 14.2° | 24.0° | 3.08" | 15.5" |
| February | 36.6° | 15.4° | 26.0° | 2.34" | 10.0" |
| March | 45.4° | 23.3° | 34.4° | 3.26" | 10.0" |
| April | 58.9° | 34.3° | 46.6° | 3.25" | 1.8" |
| May | 69.9° | 44.7° | 57.3° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.7° | 55.0° | 66.3° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.0° | 59.8° | 71.4° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.9° | 58.7° | 69.8° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.1° | 51.0° | 62.1° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.4° | 39.6° | 50.0° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| November | 49.6° | 30.3° | 39.9° | 2.91" | 1.8" |
| December | 38.8° | 21.3° | 30.1° | 3.43" | 10.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canaan CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Great Barrington CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Copake Falls CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Housatonic CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Copake CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Taconic Shores CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2500361065. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.