Sheridan, MT

Montana

Sheridan is a small town in Montana with a population of 788. Residents earn $83,264 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
788 Population 780/sq mi density
$83,264 Median Income $39,262 per capita
$298,600 Home Value $469,362 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,264 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$298,600 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

788
Total Population
780
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

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: Sheridan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,484
County GDP$2,216M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare193
Retail148
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,998
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan is $298,600, 6% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,362.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,998
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
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

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death10,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities193

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%
Unhealthy Days2

Geography

Elevation5,124 ft (1,562 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density780/sq mi
Coordinates45.4588°N, 112.1946°W
County FIPS30093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.70
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density780/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants131
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home0.8%

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