Sheridan, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Sheridan is a small town in California with a population of 1,447. Residents earn $79,732 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,447 Population 57/sq mi density
$79,732 Median Income $25,659 per capita
$425,000 Home Value $540,193 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$79,732 median income, 6.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$425,000 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,732
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $425,000
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

How Sheridan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,447
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,732
Per Capita$25,659
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$425,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$540,193

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation103 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute26 min
Libraries9

Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Sheridan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sheridan is $79,732, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheridan is $425,000, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheridan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sheridan has a population of 1,447 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

1,447
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
25.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.3%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.7%
204% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheridan is $79,732, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sheridan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,732
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,659
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan is $425,000, 51% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $540,193.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$425,000
51% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$540,193

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Sheridan, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sheridan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466

Crime Rates: Sheridan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Sheridan has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation103 ft (31 m)
Area25.5 sq mi (66.1 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates38.9731°N, 121.3509°W
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area25.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home10.5%

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