Sheridan, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Sheridan is a small city in Oregon with a population of 6,462. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
6,462 Population 3,063/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $30,894 per capita
$281,800 Home Value $395,416 Zillow
$1,109 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$281,800 home value, $1,109/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

6,462
Total Population
3,063
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.9%
Female 36.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheridan vs U.S. Average

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: Sheridan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,742
County GDP$5,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants252
Healthcare325
Retail289
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,766
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory16

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

Owner-Occupied64.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,766
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
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

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma12.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death6,773/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities325

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters182

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 Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation196 ft (60 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density3,063/sq mi
Coordinates45.0959°N, 123.3981°W
County FIPS41071
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.4%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,063/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities325
Restaurants252
Retail Stores289

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home10.0%

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