Sheridan, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Sheridan is a small town in Michigan with a population of 816. Residents earn $56,786 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
816 Population 742/sq mi density
$56,786 Median Income $28,515 per capita
$140,600 Home Value $283,118 Zillow
$777 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,786 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,600 home value, $777/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,786
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population816
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density742/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,786
Per Capita$28,515
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,600
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,118
Rent Burden42.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation840 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.4%
Libraries8

Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $56,786, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheridan is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheridan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sheridan has a population of 816 with a density of 742 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

816
Total Population
742
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

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 $56,786, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sheridan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,786
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,515
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$55,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,086
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare122
Retail201
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,118.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,118

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$777
33% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Sheridan, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities122

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Sheridan has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall72.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density742/sq mi
Coordinates43.2098°N, 85.0798°W
County FIPS26117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 74.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density742/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.4%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants93
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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