Sheridan, WY
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Sheridan, WY
At a Glance
How Sheridan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sheridan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sheridan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sheridan residents earn a median household income of $61,598 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,180. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,749 business establishments, including 127 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sheridan is $295,300 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $440,819. Median rent is $933/month, with 30.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Sheridan reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,015/100K.
Education
34.8% of adults in Sheridan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above the national average). 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.