Sheridan, WY

Wyoming

Sheridan is a small city in Wyoming with a population of 19,035. Residents earn $61,598 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
19,035 Population 1,496/sq mi density
$61,598 Median Income $39,180 per capita
$295,300 Home Value $425,574 Zillow
$933 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
218 Violent Crime/100K 2,254 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,598 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$295,300 home value, $933/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
218 violent crimes/100K (43% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,598
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $295,300
5% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 218/100K
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,035
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,496/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,598
Per Capita$39,180
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$2,314M
Commute12 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$295,300
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$425,574

Crime

F
Violent218/100K
Property2,254/100K
Murder5.6/100K
Assault190/100K
Burglary385/100K

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Elevation3,755 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+96.7%
School Score7.24

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute12 min
EV Stations6
Libraries4

Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheridan receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, 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 $61,598, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheridan is $295,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Sheridan is below the national average at 218 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,254 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sheridan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Sheridan has a population of 19,035 with a density of 1,496 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

19,035
Total Population
1,496
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
12.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

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 $61,598, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Sheridan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,598
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,180
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$93,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,749
County GDP$2,314M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare164
Retail266
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,085
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheridan is $295,300, 5% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $425,574.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$295,300
5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$425,574
Median List Price$349,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,250
$/Sq Ft$277
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops8.4%
Inventory95

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$855
1 Bedroom$860
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,354
4 Bedrooms$1,891

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,085
45% above US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Sheridan, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death7,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities164
Sheridan has a violent crime rate of 218 per 100,000 residents, 43% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,254 per 100,000 (15% above US avg). The murder rate is 5.6 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent217.6/100K
43% below US avg
Murder5.6/100K
11% below US avg
Rape16.7/100K
Robbery5.6/100K
Assault189.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,254.5/100K
15% above US avg
Burglary385.0/100K
Theft1,752.2/100K
Vehicle Theft117.2/100K
Arson16.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sheridan has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood
Good Days %76.8%
Unhealthy Days16

Geography

Elevation3,755 ft (1,145 m)
Area12.7 sq mi (32.9 km²)
Population Density1,496/sq mi
Coordinates44.7962°N, 106.9642°W
County FIPS56033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score7.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,496/sq mi
Total Area12.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants127
Retail Stores266

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Work from Home4.5%

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