Sheridan, IN

Indiana · Hamilton County · Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood Metro

Sheridan is a small town in Indiana with a population of 3,355. Residents earn $65,104 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

3,355 Population 1,331/sq mi density

$65,104 Median Income $31,257 per capita

$177,200 Home Value $379,329 Zillow

$788 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

105 Violent Crime/100K 1,230 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$65,104 median income, 5.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$177,200 home value, $788/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $65,104

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $177,200

37% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 105/100K

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.3%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $788

32% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.0%

39% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,355

Median Age40.8 yrs

Density1,331/mi²

Male / Female50% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$65,104

Per Capita$31,257

Unemployment5.0%

Poverty0.5%

County GDP$31,641M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$177,200

Rent$788

Ownership65.0%

Zillow$379,329

Housing Units1,446

Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

Violent105/100K

Property1,230/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured8.0%

Smoking15.5%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.3%

High School+91.6%

Graduate+6.2%

School Score7.58

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%

Commute26 min

Broadband87.8%

EV Stations4

Libraries9

Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. 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 $65,104, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% 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 $177,200, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sheridan is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,230 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sheridan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sheridan has a population of 3,355 with a density of 1,331 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,355

Total Population

1,331

People / sq mi

40.8yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

2.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.1%

84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheridan is $65,104, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,257 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,438. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12,788 business establishments, including 804 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sheridan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,104
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,257
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,438
IRS Avg AGI	$148,265
Gini Index	0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg
Establishments (County)	12,788
County GDP	$31,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants	804
Healthcare	1,310
Retail	910
Manufacturing	194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,284
	80% above US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.0 min
Drive Alone	69.1%
Public Transit	1.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan is $177,200, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $379,329, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,446 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $6,284 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$177,200
	37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$379,329
Median List Price	$329,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$329,000
$/Sq Ft	$183
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.9%
Price Drops	41.7%
Inventory	12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$788
	32% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,525
Rent Burden	23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	65.0%
Owner-Occupied	65.0%
Renter-Occupied	35.0%
Housing Units	1,446
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,284
	80% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.55%

In Sheridan, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.8% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 21.6% are physically inactive. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:721. The dentist ratio is 1:1,347. 93.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.8%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.5%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	21.6%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%
Uninsured	8.0%
	7% below US avg
Primary Care	1:721
Dentists	1:1,347
Mental Health	1:502
Checkup Rate	78.1%
Dental Visits	61.0%
Premature Death	4,761/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	93.0%
Healthcare Facilities	1,310

Sheridan has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,230 per 100,000, 37% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sheridan receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	105.2/100K
	72% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,230.5/100K
	37% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
Traffic Accidents	26
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Sheridan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.2°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	948 ft (289 m)
Area	2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density	1,331/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1309°N, 86.2185°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Hamilton County County
Nearest Airport	Indianapolis International (IND) 29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"

12% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0476 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	88.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	93.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 17, 2021.

Jun 17, 2021	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.8	97 km
Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	75 km
Dec 20, 1990	5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana	M3.7	70 km
Apr 14, 2000	4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana	M3.6	61 km
Dec 17, 1990	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.2	71 km
Dec 16, 1996	3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana	M3.1	123 km
Apr 17, 1990	8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio	M3.0	122 km
Jan 30, 2004	2 km S of Rockford, Ohio	M2.5	146 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

606 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 96 fatalities, 2,056 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 11, 1998	EF4	45 km	0
Apr 26, 1994	EF4	73 km	3
Jul 9, 1980	EF4	85 km	2
Mar 20, 1976	EF4	76 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	88 km	18
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	64 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	81 km	1
May 14, 1972	EF4	42 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	33 km	25
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	85 km	4
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	57 km	28
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	56 km	0
Apr 25, 1961	EF4	71 km	0
Mar 6, 1956	EF4	74 km	1
Mar 14, 2024	EF3	93 km	1
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	67 km	0
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	66 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	95 km	0
May 27, 2019	EF3	86 km	0
Aug 24, 2016	EF3	37 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,102 ac, 2007).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2007	UNNAMED	1,102	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.2 in	Coldest, Driest
February	28°F (-2°C)	2.2 in
March	39°F (4°C)	3.2 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.9 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.1 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.8 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.4 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	65°F (18°C)	3.0 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.9 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.4 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.1 in

Sheridan has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (2.2").

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Sheridan is located in Hamilton County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 22.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 7.6 out of 10, reflecting strong academic performance. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.1% of the vote, a 6.1-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 1,310 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%

D 46%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
Traffic Accidents	26
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.3%
	34% below US avg
High School+	91.6%
Graduate Degree+	6.2%
School Test Score	7.58

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,331/sq mi
Total Area	2.1 sq mi
County	Hamilton County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.8%
Avg Download Speed	152.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	55.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	1,310
Restaurants	804
Retail Stores	910

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.0 min
Drive Alone	69.1%
Public Transit	1.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Average costs for common services in Sheridan. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$233 ($140–$373)
Specialist Visit	$327 ($187–$513)
Urgent Care Visit	$187 ($93–$327)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,053 ($746–$4,665)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling	$233 ($140–$373)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement	$280 ($140–$467)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$560 ($373–$933)
Battery Replacement	$187 ($93–$327)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$140)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair	$373 ($140–$746)
HVAC System Install	$6,531 ($3,732–$11,196)
Roof Repair	$933 ($373–$1,866)
Roof Replacement	$8,397 ($5,132–$13,995)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,400 ($467–$3,266)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,995 ($4,665–$27,990)
DUI Defense	$4,665 ($1,866–$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,400 ($746–$2,799)
Will Preparation	$467 ($187–$933)
Trust Preparation	$2,333 ($933–$4,665)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$140 ($70–$233)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.83 ($2.80–$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.27 ($2.33–$4.67)
Loaf of Bread	$3.55 ($2.33–$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.20 ($2.80–$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.13 ($3.73–$7.00)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.68)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$131 ($75–$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($47–$140)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$187 ($70–$467)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,866 ($1,120–$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.46–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$233)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,120 ($560–$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$933 ($467–$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$373 ($187–$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$933 ($373–$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,663 ($4,665–$27,990)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$280 ($140–$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$187 ($93–$373)

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Top Industries in Hamilton County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	22,096	1,280	$58,695	0.94
Retail Trade	18,499	955	$44,114	1.13
Accommodation & Food Services	17,573	794	$25,610	1.18
Finance & Insurance	15,780	981	$113,846	2.37
Professional & Technical Services	15,249	2,762	$161,242	1.34
Administrative & Waste Services	11,299	779	$57,434	1.17
Construction	9,904	814	$86,666	1.15
Manufacturing	7,704	300	$81,208	0.57
Wholesale Trade	7,160	1,104	$124,432	1.11
Arts & Entertainment	3,991	250	$27,836	1.45
Real Estate	3,085	715	$74,473	1.21
Management of Companies	2,782	114	$114,467	1.01
Educational Services	2,567	251	$37,915	0.76
Transportation & Warehousing	1,474	209	$70,132	0.21
Utilities	998	21	$157,453	1.60
Agriculture & Forestry	845	41	$73,761	0.64
Mining & Oil/Gas	212	11	$104,881	0.34

Schools in Sheridan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Sheridan Elementary School	Elementary	502	31	16.2:1
Sheridan High School	High	324	25	13.0:1
Sheridan Middle School	Middle	254	21	12.1:1

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Radio Stations near Sheridan

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
CBS Sports 1430 AM	sports	AAC+ 80 kbps
107.9 The Mix	adult contemporary	AAC+ 80 kbps
ALT 104.5	alternative	AAC
88.7 WICR - The Diamond	classical, jazz	MP3 48 kbps
Alt 92.3	alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
93.5 The Mix	adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
107.9 The Mix WNTR	—	MP3 128 kbps
WBRI 1500AM	religious	AAC+ 32 kbps
Fox Sports 1260	sports	AAC
The Mix 98.6 FM	—	MP3 320 kbps
98.6 the mix	blind, miscellaneous	MP3 320 kbps
Alt 96.1	alternative	AAC
WNDX 93.9X - Indy's Rock Station	hard rock, rock	AAC+ 48 kbps
Alt 103.3	alternative	AAC
Alt99.3	—	MP3
ALT 98.7	—	AAC
La Pantera 810	regional mexican	AAC+ 32 kbps
The Mix	—	MP3 128 kbps
99.5 WZPL	pop, top 40	AAC+ 80 kbps
ALT 103.9	alternative	AAC

National Parks Near Sheridan

17 national parks and monuments found near Sheridan.

Park	Type	Fee
Brown County State Park	State Park	Free
Cataract Falls	State Park	Free
Eiteljorg Museum	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park - Harrison Inn	State Park	Free
Imax Theatre	State Park	Free
Indiana War Memorial	State Park	Free
Mccormick's Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Military Park	State Park	Free
Mounds State Park	State Park	Free
Prophetstown State Park	State Park	Free
Shades State Park	State Park	Free
Summit Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tippecanoe River State Park	State Park	Free
Turkey Run State Park	State Park	Free
University Park	State Park	Free
White River State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Sheridan

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,913	$44,974
2015	2,961	$42,935
2017	3,044	$46,602
2019	3,051	$48,173
2021	3,080	$54,049
2023	3,374	$65,104

Museums in Sheridan

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		3177766000	$11,027,185
INDIANA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	825 PARK DRIVE	3177736000	$604,829
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN FOUNDATION FOR THE EDUCATION AND PRESERVATION OF THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3178449446	$559,209
TIPTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7656755828	$210,712
INDIANA WAR MEMORIAL	GENERAL MUSEUM		3172338505	$125,725
MUSEUM OF MINIATURE HOUSES	ART MUSEUM	111 EAST MAIN STREET	3175750240	$98,823
CARMEL-CLAY HISTORIAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3178467117	$85,219
SHERIDAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3177585054	$45,344
INDIANA FREEDOM MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$39,013
NOBLESVILLE PRESERVATION ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3174261672	$23,797
ANTIQUE FAN COLLECTORS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	10983 BENNETT PARKWAY	3177334113
CARMEL FIRE BUFFS AND FIRE DEPARTMENT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	210 1ST AVE SW
CARTER TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3177331650
CONNER PRAIRIE	GENERAL MUSEUM		3177766000
CONNER PRAIRIE INTERACTIVE HISTORY PARK RESEARCH DEPT	GENERAL MUSEUM		3177766000
HAMILTON COUNTY HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3177700775
HAMILTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3177700775
HISTORIC AMBASSODOR HOUSE & HERITAGE GARDENS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3178454265
HOOSIER KITEFLIERS SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INDIANA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM
MAPLELAWN FARMSTEAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9575 WHITESTOWN RD
MARK & STACEY ROESLER FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF 20TH CENTURY WARFARE	HISTORY MUSEUM	FORT HARRISON STATE PARK HISTORIC CAMP GLENN BUILDING 711	3176076161
RUSSIAVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHERIDAN MAIN STREET	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SULLIVAN MUNCE CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		3178734900
WESTFIELD WASHINGTON	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3178045365
WESTFIELD-WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	145 S UNION STREET	3178045365
ZION NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3178738950

Libraries in Sheridan

Name	Address	Annual Visits
HAMILTON EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY	ONE LIBRARY PLAZA	875,065
CARMEL CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY	55 4TH AVENUE SE	569,390
LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY	104 EAST WASHINGTON STREET	323,588
HUSSEY-MAYFIELD MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	250 NORTH FIFTH STREET	212,270
WESTFIELD WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	333 WEST HOOVER STREET	181,834
TIPTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	127 EAST MADISON STREET	107,597
SHERIDAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	103 WEST FIRST STREET	65,000
HAMILTON NORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 WEST BRINTON STREET	52,234
KIRKLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	115 NORTH MAIN STREET	12,000

Farmers Markets in Sheridan

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Carmel Farmers Market	5 Center Green	05/03/2014 to 09/27/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM;	Yes	Visit
Cicero Farmers Market	Port Cicero Shopping Plaza
Crooked Creek Farmers Market	2990 W 71st St	06/07/2017 to 10/11/2017	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Farm to Fork Farmers Market at Normandy Farms	7802 Marsh Road	05/01/2020 to 10/30/2020	Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Fishers Farmers Market	11601 Municipal Drive	June to September	Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;		Visit
Market at Hague	7800 N Hague Rd	05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Marketplace at Westfield	3333 East State Rd.				Visit
Noblesville Farmers Market	St Rd 32	05/13/2017 to 10/14/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Tipton County Farmer's Market	135 E. Jefferson Street
Westfield Farmers Market	211 N Union Street	June to August	Fri:4:30 PM - 7:30 PM;		Visit
Whitestown Farmers Market	6210 Veterans Dr	05/06/2017 to 09/30/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Zionsville Farmers Market	Hawthorne & Main Street				Visit

Breweries in Sheridan

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Big Lug Canteen	Brewery Nora - Far Northside	1435 E 86th St	3175550580
Books & Brew	Bookstores, Restaurants, Breweries	9402 Uptown Dr
Brewery Tours of Indianapolis	Brewery and Tour Provider Keystone at The Crossing, Brewery, Bus Station, and Bus Line Keystone at T	8465 Keystone Xing	(317) 522-0257, 3175220257	Visit
Daddy's O Pub	, Cocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, And Equipment Stores, Beer Pubs & Taverns, Cocktail Loun	97 W Jackson St	3179842422
Deer Creek Brewery	Brewery	17661 Cumberland Rd	3176748284
Deviate Brewing	Brewery	4004 W 96th St		Visit
Grand Junction Brewing Company	American Restaurant, hardware, home and garden, Brewery, house supplies	110 S Union St	3178962751, 3178045168	Visit
Grape Inspirations Winery	Carmel, IN, Wineries, Brewers, Indiana, Carmel, Miscellaneous Retail, Liquor stores, Wine, wholesale	1307 S Range Line Rd	3177059463	Visit
Heady Hollow Brewing Company	Brewery	11069 Allisonville Rd	3178635165	Visit
Redemption Alewerks	Brewery Broad Ripple, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar Castleton	7035 E 96th St	3173483330	Visit
Rio Bar	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants	7345 S Wayne St	2604883056
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern	American Restaurants, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Gastropub, Brewery, Bar, Gastropub and Brewery, Gast	1130 W 86th St	(317) 566-3463, 3175663463	Visit
Sun King Tap Room Small-batch Brewery	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery	7848 E 96th St	13174361926	Visit
Twizted Brews Brewhouse	Brewery	7684 Madden Dr	3173795787
Union Brewing Company	Brewery and Bar, Brewery, Bar	622 S Rangeline Rd	3175464466	Visit
Wabash Brewing	Brewery Park 100	5328 W 79th St

Nursing Homes in Sheridan

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
PREMIER HEALTHCARE OF SHERIDAN 803 S HAMILTON ST	For profit - Corporation	80	55	1/5	—	2/5	2/5	3177584426

Pharmacies in Sheridan

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
SHERIDAN-ELLIOTT PHARMACY	508 EAST 10TH STREET	317-758-4171

Cell Towers in Sheridan

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
JCT US 421 & CR 380E (111510)	GTOWER	113
JCT US 421 & CR 380E (111510)	GTOWER	113
150 EAST RD	TOWER	93
1948 South 1150 West (110952)	LTOWER	82
1948 South 1150 West (110952)	LTOWER	82
27100 Cal Carson Road (58928)	LTOWER	75
27100 Cal Carson Road (58928)	LTOWER	75
24401 Boone County Line Rd. (101167)	GTOWER	64
24401 Boone County Line Rd. (101167)	GTOWER	64
8910 281st Street East (110502)	MTOWER	59
8910 281st Street East (110502)	MTOWER	59
114 EAST 236TH STREET (58890)	GTOWER	59
CR-750 N. (83640)	MTOWER	59
CR-750 N. (83640)	MTOWER	59
114 EAST 236TH STREET (58890)	GTOWER	59
(Whitestown) 341 S. Peters Street (MW07256A)	MTOWER	59
24910 US HIGHWAY 31	TOWER	59

Fire Stations in Sheridan

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Sheridan Fire Department	506 S Main ST	Mostly volunteer			317-758-4561

Power Plants Near Sheridan

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SHERIDAN SCHOOL CORPORATION SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-86.2	OP

Bridges in Sheridan

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Wood or Timber	1991	50	1,530	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	37	720	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2000	25	660	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2000	25	660	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2011	43	640	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	31	610	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	43	520	G
Culvert	Steel	1958	23	401	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2021	51	400	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1930	52	350	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1966	62	329	P
Slab	Concrete	2014	27	280	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1938	28	204	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	34	180	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	30	170	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	29	170	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	2009	43	150	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2003	50	130	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	46	120	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	2011	34	120	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1950	53	120	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	36	110	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1991	50	100	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2009	47	90	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1978	34	50	F

Superfund Sites Near Sheridan

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
FORMPAC DIV, W R GRACE & CO.	7950 NORTH ALLISON AVENUE	MARION
SHEPARD AND POORMAN COMMUNICATIONS	5455 W 86TH	MARION

Airports Near Sheridan

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Indianapolis International Airport	IND	Large Airport
Grissom Air Reserve Base	GUS	Medium Airport
Purdue University Airport	LAF	Medium Airport
4 Winds Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Alexandria Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Municipal Darlington Field	AID	Small Airport
Baird-Wolford Airport	—	Small Airport
Beck Airport	—	Small Airport
Bergs Airport	—	Small Airport
Berry Field	—	Small Airport
Best Lock Corp. Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Bluebird Airport	—	Small Airport
Boone County Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowlin Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyer Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Bronson Airport	—	Small Airport
Burk Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Caldwell Field	—	Small Airport
Canary's Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Knoll Airport	—	Small Airport
Converse Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooper Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooper Field	—	Small Airport
Crawfordsville Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Creekside Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cruzan Field	—	Small Airport
Dahnke Airport	—	Small Airport
De Ford Airport	—	Small Airport
Delphi Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Demaree Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond P. Field	—	Small Airport
Donica Field	—	Small Airport
Drago Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Dunbar Field	—	Small Airport
Durham Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellison Airport	—	Small Airport
Etter Airport	—	Small Airport
Felix Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferrell Airport	—	Small Airport
Fischer Field	—	Small Airport
Flora Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Foghorn Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Foltz Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Fowler Field Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Station Airport	—	Small Airport
Frankfort Clinton County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Franklin Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Frost Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Sheridan

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Boone County Sheriff's Office	1905 Indianapolis Avenue
Carmel Police Department
Fishers Police Department	4 Municipal Drive
Lebanon Police Department
Tipton County Sheriff's Office
Tipton Public Safety Building	225 East Jefferson Street
Zionsville Police Department	1075 Parkway Drive
Zionsville Police Department	1075 Parkway Drive

Grocery Stores in Sheridan

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 6045	Other	3888 W State Road 47
Rickers 7559	Convenience Store	990 S White Ave
Speedway 6063	Convenience Store	511 S Main St

Treatment Centers in Sheridan

15 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
AppleGate Recovery - Indianapolis	Substance Abuse	317-455-8246
Aspire Indiana Health - Carmel Outpatient	Both	877-574-1254
Aspire Indiana Health - Noblesville Outpatient Office	Substance Abuse	877-574-1254
Community Fairbanks - Recovery Lodge	Substance Abuse	317-957-9876
Community Fairbanks Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	765-408-0570
Community Fairbanks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	800-225-4673
Community Hospitals of Indiana Inc - Gallahue Mental Health Center	Both	317-621-5700
Cummins BH Systems Inc - Boone	Both	888-714-1927 x1500
Fall Creek Counseling	Substance Abuse	317-291-6360
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
Indianapolis Vet Ctr for Readjustment - Indianapolis	Mental Health	317-423-1680
Kaleidoscope Center - Choices Coordinated Care Solutions Inc	Substance Abuse	317-499-7176
NuLife Indiana	Substance Abuse	317-659-5949 x407
Praxis of Carmel by Landmark Recovery	Substance Abuse	888-448-0302
Recovery Centers of America - Indianapolis	Substance Abuse	317-472-5000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sheridan

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH OF LAMONG INC	20854 LAMONG RD
CHRIST COVENANT ORTHODOX PRESBYTERI AN CHURCH INC	6070 N 900 E
CHRIST TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY INC	1600 W 236TH ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	107 W 3RD ST
ISSACHAR CHURCH	301 E 6TH ST
SHERIDAN CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 43
SIX POINTS WESLEYAN CHURCH	1545 W 226TH ST
TABERNACULO DE PODER INC	301 E 6TH ST
TERHUNE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	8392 N WASHINGTON ST
WEST AFRICAN MISSIONS CORP	7846 N 900 E

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sheridan

What is the population of Sheridan?

Sheridan has a population of 3,355 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,331 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Sheridan expensive to live in?

Sheridan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,104, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $177,200 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sheridan safe?

Sheridan is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,230 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sheridan receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sheridan?

Sheridan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sheridan?

The unemployment rate in Sheridan is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,438. There are 12,788 business establishments in the area, including 804 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sheridan?

The median home value in Sheridan is $177,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $379,329. For renters, the median monthly rent is $788. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,284.

How are the schools in Sheridan?

Schools in Sheridan perform well, with an average test score of 7.6 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 22.3% of adults in Sheridan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sheridan?

The obesity rate in Sheridan is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 21.6% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 8.0% lack health insurance. 93.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:721.

What is transportation like in Sheridan?

The average commute in Sheridan is 26 minutes. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sheridan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sheridan is 98.2% White. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Westfield, IN 51,109 pop · 7.4 mi Cicero, IN 5,441 pop · 9.8 mi Arcadia, IN 1,696 pop · 10.9 mi Zionsville, IN 31,442 pop · 11.1 mi Carmel, IN 100,501 pop · 12.0 mi Noblesville, IN 71,940 pop · 13.3 mi Whitestown, IN 11,276 pop · 13.7 mi Lebanon, IN 17,575 pop · 13.9 mi Tipton, IN 5,255 pop · 14.0 mi Meridian Hills, IN 1,708 pop · 17.1 mi Fishers, IN 100,918 pop · 17.7 mi Frankfort, IN 15,536 pop · 19.0 mi Russiaville, IN 1,374 pop · 20.1 mi Thorntown, IN 1,155 pop · 20.7 mi

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