Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
22%
Sheridan, WY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$832
Population
20,009
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Savor modern hospitality and Old West charm in northern Wyoming
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Welcoming
Known as Wyoming’s Emerald City, Sheridan is located off of I-90 just south of the Wyoming-Montana border. Sheridan sits at the base of the Bighorn Mountains, affording residents stunning mountain views as a backdrop to a rich history. Sheridan is an outdoor enthusiast’s wonderland, providing plenty of opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, swimming, skiing, and much more.
Sheridan blends modern hospitality with Old West charm in its vibrant downtown area, which is brimming with specialty shops, local restaurants, and cozy cafes in rows of picturesque historic buildings. Native American art and history are showcased in the remarkable Brinton Museum. The community comes together for an array of events in Sheridan, including WYO Rodeo week, 3rd Thursday Street Festivals, Brewfest, Taste of Sheridan Festival, and the Big Horn Country USA Camping and Music Festival.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$55,487
Average: $82,007
Education
5,374
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,908
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Sheridan has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Sheridan, WY is $832 for one bedroom, $785 for two bedrooms, and $1,170 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sheridan has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$832/month
0 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sheridan, WY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Highland Park Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
295 Students
Public
Grades K-5
326 Students
Public
Grades K-5
326 Students
Public
Grades K-5
314 Students
Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
843 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
20 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,092 Students
John C. Schiffer Collaborative School
Public
Grades 9-12
72 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
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Points of Interest
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.