Median Income
$69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$281,800
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,109
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.1%
51% lower than US avg
How Sheridan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,462
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density3,063/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$30,894
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$5,158M
Commute29 min
Housing
A
Home Value$281,800
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$395,416
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation196 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 45%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, 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 $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sheridan is $281,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Sheridan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Sheridan has a population of 6,462 with a density of 3,063 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
The median household income in Sheridan is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,375 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,894 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,058 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,367 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,742 |
| County GDP | $5,158M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 252 |
| Healthcare | 325 |
| Retail | 289 |
| Manufacturing | 268 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,766 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |
The median home value in Sheridan is $281,800, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $395,416.
Home Values
| Census Median | $281,800 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $395,416 |
| Median List Price | $375,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $375,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $236 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.4% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 16 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,109 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,766 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
In Sheridan, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sheridan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,773/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 325 |
Crime Rates: Sheridan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Sheridan has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 196 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,063/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0959°N, 123.3981°W |
| County FIPS | 41071 |