Sheridan County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Sheridan County is located in Kansas with a total population of 2,442. It is the 95th most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sheridan County is 43.4 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 11.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sheridan County is $70,000. This is 4% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $152,000. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Sheridan County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.

Education

24.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.5%.