Sheridan, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

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.

3.9 /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
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 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
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,104
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,200
37% 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%

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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$379,329

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation948 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+91.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute26 min
Libraries9

Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, 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.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

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. 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. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

3,355
Total Population
1,331
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
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. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% 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$65,104
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,438
IRS Avg AGI$148,265

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,788
County GDP$31,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants804
Healthcare1,310
Retail910
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,284
80% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan is $177,200, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $379,329.

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 Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops41.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

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

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,284
80% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Sheridan, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death4,761/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,310

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Sheridan has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,331/sq mi
Coordinates40.1309°N, 86.2185°W
County FIPS18057
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,331/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,310
Restaurants804
Retail Stores910

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home3.3%

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