Sheridan Lake, CO

Colorado

Sheridan Lake is a small town in Colorado with a population of 58. Residents earn $39,063 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
58 Population 187/sq mi density
$39,063 Median Income $22,588 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$39,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,063
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population58
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,063
Per Capita$22,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$119M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Elevation4,070 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute27 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries1

Is Sheridan Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheridan Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sheridan Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sheridan Lake is $39,063, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheridan Lake is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheridan Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sheridan Lake has a population of 58 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.6%), with 22.4% Hispanic.

Population

58
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheridan Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheridan Lake is $39,063, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sheridan Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,063
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,588
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$70,062

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)53
County GDP$119M

Business (County)

Healthcare5
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan Lake is $65,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied33.3%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Premature Death10,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Sheridan Lake has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.3 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,070 ft (1,241 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates38.4667°N, 102.2944°W
County FIPS08061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.4-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 74.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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