Sheridan town, Montana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sheridan town, Montana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Sheridan town, Montana has a total population of 788, the 120th largest city in Montana, with a median household income of $83,264, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.

Sheridan town Quick Facts

Population 788

Median Household Income $83,264

Median Home Value $298,600

Poverty Rate 5.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.0%

Median Age 54.8 years

Homeownership Rate 82.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.3%

High School Graduation Rate 92.9%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 788 120th of 470

Median Income $83,264 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.7% 54% lower national

Median Home Value $298,600 above average

How Sheridan town Compares

Median Household Income

Sheridan town

$83,264

$69,922

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sheridan town

$298,600

$338,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.1%

$25K-$50K 21.1%

$50K-$100K 45.2%

$100K+ 19.7%

Employment

2.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.8% | National: 5.2%

55.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.1%

Renter 17.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

11.2%

18-34

13.6%

35-54

25.9%

55-74

32.2%

75+

17.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 28 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sheridan town Rankings in Montana

#120 Population of 470

#67 Median Income of 470

#155 Education of 470

#118 Home Value of 470

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Cities Similar to Sheridan town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Trego CDP	856	$91,667	$300,000	30.6%	3.1%
Rocky Boy West CDP	905	N/A	$81,700	2.4%	37.9%
Clinton CDP	884	$89,482	$326,100	22.8%	6.2%
Pinesdale town	847	$70,694	$198,100	11.8%	14.4%
Harlem city	879	$74,545	$89,700	35.2%	9.9%

Population Overview

Sheridan town is a small community located in Montana. The total population is 788. It ranks as the 120th most populous out of 470 cities and towns in Montana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sheridan town is 54.8 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 11.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 17.1% 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 town is $83,264. This is 19% higher than the state median of $69,922. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 3.8%. The median home value is $298,600. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $338,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 82.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 69.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sheridan town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.2%.

Education

28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sheridan town, Montana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Montana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 470 Census-designated places in Montana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sheridan town, Montana?

Sheridan town, Montana has a population of 788 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sheridan town, MT?

The median household income in Sheridan town is $83,264, which is 6% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sheridan town, MT?

The poverty rate in Sheridan town is 5.7%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sheridan town, Montana?

Sheridan town's population is 90.0% White, 0.0% Black, 6.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sheridan town, MT?

The median home value in Sheridan town is $298,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Sheridan town, Montana?

28.3% of adults (25+) in Sheridan town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.