Sheridan, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sheridan, Texas had a total population of 208, the 1546th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $61,492, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.4% is notably above the national average.
Sheridan Quick Facts
How Sheridan 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 | 172 | 208 | +20.9% |
| Median household income | $47,063 | $61,492 | +30.7% |
| Median home value | $128,600 | $132,800 | +3.3% |
How Sheridan Compares
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: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sheridan Rankings in Texas
Explore Texas Rankings
Other Cities in Colorado County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 3,860 | $49,418 | 31.5% | $241,700 |
| Eagle Lake | 3,485 | $69,205 | 14.1% | $137,900 |
| Weimar | 2,928 | $47,548 | 8.1% | $165,300 |
| Glidden | 1,071 | $99,276 | 2.4% | $233,800 |
| Rock Island | 414 | $43,149 | 8.9% | $122,800 |
| Garwood | 386 | $62,024 | 0.0% | $231,300 |
| Nada | 177 | N/A | 17.0% | $161,700 |
Cities Similar to Sheridan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iglesia Antigua | 211 | N/A | $54,300 | 0.0% | 58.8% |
| Fronton | 205 | N/A | N/A | 27.3% | 71.2% |
| Westdale | 212 | N/A | $329,500 | 31.3% | 24.5% |
| San Isidro | 214 | N/A | $47,100 | 26.3% | 14.9% |
| Ross | 202 | $61,625 | N/A | 16.6% | 19.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 208, Sheridan's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Sheridan is a small community located in Texas, within Colorado County. The total population is 208. It ranks as the 1546th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sheridan is 27.4 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sheridan is $61,492. This is 22% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 58% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 10.4%. This is 98% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $132,800. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Sheridan is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 51.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sheridan was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sheridan, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sheridan, Texas?
Sheridan, Texas has a population of 208 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sheridan, TX?
The median household income in Sheridan is $61,492, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sheridan, TX?
The poverty rate in Sheridan is 5.8%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sheridan, Texas?
Sheridan's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sheridan, TX?
The median home value in Sheridan is $132,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Sheridan, Texas?
7.7% of adults (25+) in Sheridan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.