Sheridan County, Nebraska Demographics 2026
Sheridan County, Nebraska has a population of 5,014, the 55th most populous county in Nebraska. The median household income is $60,121 and the median home value is $113,400. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sheridan County Quick Facts
How Sheridan County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,058 | 5,014 | -0.9% |
| Median household income | $56,900 | $60,121 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $102,900 | $113,400 | +10.2% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Sheridan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordon | 1,721 | $59,226 | 14.1% | $97,400 |
| Rushville | 877 | $53,958 | 12.3% | $98,400 |
| Hay Springs | 649 | $57,031 | 9.1% | $87,900 |
| Clinton | 66 | $56,964 | 13.6% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Sheridan County is located in Nebraska with a total population of 5,014. It is the 55th most populous county out of 93 in Nebraska. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sheridan County is 46.1 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 12.3% 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 $60,121. This is 21% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $113,400. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Sheridan County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sheridan County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.4%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Sheridan County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Nebraska and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sheridan County, Nebraska?
Sheridan County has a population of 5,014, making it the 55th most populous county in Nebraska.
What is the median income in Sheridan County?
The median household income in Sheridan County is $60,121 with a poverty rate of 11.3%.
How many cities are in Sheridan County, Nebraska?
Sheridan County contains 4 Census-designated places.