Median Income
$83,264
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$298,600
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.7%
86% lower than US avg
How Sheridan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population788
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density780/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,264
Per Capita$39,262
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$2,216M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$298,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$469,362
Health
Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI17 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation5,124 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.70
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sheridan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sheridan is $83,264, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sheridan is $298,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Sheridan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.
Sheridan has a population of 788 with a density of 780 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Sheridan is $83,264, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,264 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,262 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,061 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,911 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,484 |
| County GDP | $2,216M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 193 |
| Retail | 148 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,998 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
The median home value in Sheridan is $298,600, 6% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,362.
Home Values
| Census Median | $298,600 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $469,362 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $908 |
| 1 Bedroom | $923 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,211 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,684 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,809 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,998 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
In Sheridan, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sheridan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.0% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.4% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,493/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 193 |
Crime Rates: Sheridan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Sheridan has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 43.0°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.0 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 17.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 87.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,124 ft (1,562 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 780/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4588°N, 112.1946°W |
| County FIPS | 30093 |