Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

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Sheridan, CO

Sheridan, CO Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

6,005population

36.4median age

This community is a community of 6,005 with a median age of 36.4. The population is predominantly White (48.5%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (42.3%). Median household income is $60,608. 83% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 22.6% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 59%, with a median home value of $380,600.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

48.5%2,910

Hispanic/Latino

42.3%2,539

Two or More

3.9%234

Asian

2.7%165

Black

2.2%135

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.4%22

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.8%236

High School Diploma

23.6%954

Some College (<1 yr)

10.2%414

Some College (1+ yr)

11.3%456

Associate's Degree

9.5%383

Bachelor's Degree

13.6%550

Master's Degree

8%325

Professional Degree

0.8%33

Doctorate

0.1%6

HS or Higher

83%

BA or Higher

22.6%

Graduate+

Housingi

$380,600median home value

$1,622median rent

59%homeownership

2,486total units

6.8%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 59%

Renter 41%

Home Values

Under $50K

14.6%199

$50K–$100K

6.5%89

$100K–$150K

3.8%52

$150K–$200K

1.9%26

$200K–$300K

4.8%66

$300K–$500K

41%561

$500K–$1M

26.2%358

$1M+

1.2%16

Rent Distribution

Under $500

115

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

138

$1,500–$2,000

228

$2,000+

273

Year Built

2020 or later

0.9%23

2010–2019

6%150

2000–2009

16.7%414

1990–1999

3.4%84

1980–1989

7.4%184

1970–1979

24.8%616

1960–1969

18.6%462

1950–1959

10.2%253

1940–1949

6.3%157

1939 or earlier

5.8%143

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

61.1%1,414

Electricity

28.9%670

Bottled/LP Gas

7.9%183

Fuel Oil

1.4%33

No Fuel

0.4%10

Solar

0.3%6

Household Economyi

$60,608median household income

$34,101per capita income

14%poverty rate

14.5%unemployment

3,046labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

10.3%238

$10K–$15K

1.2%27

$15K–$20K

3.4%78

$20K–$25K

5%116

$25K–$30K

4.3%99

$30K–$35K

4%92

$35K–$40K

3.5%81

$40K–$45K

2.9%67

$45K–$50K

4.8%112

$50K–$60K

9.9%230

$60K–$75K

7.9%184

$75K–$100K

16.3%377

$100K–$125K

3.1%71

$125K–$150K

7%163

$150K–$200K

6.9%159

$200K+

9.6%222

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

164

Residentsi

284

Avg. Tenant Renti

$479/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

29 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers82 homes84% occupied$509/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 882 homes95% occupied$449/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $60,608/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $18K/yr

85%

Very low income$18K–$30K/yr

14%

Low income$30K–$48K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

77.5% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

63.5% of subsidized households are minority

17.5% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

43% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

73312.2%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

468

United Kingdom

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

2,496

Avg. Commutei

27.3 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

2,605

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

251(5.5% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

85.2%Insured

14.8%Uninsured