Sheridan County's 2026 population is estimated at 4,718, reflecting a -1.89% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Sheridan County is the 56th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 5,443 and has grown -13.32% since 2010.
Overall: 46.1 years
Female: 47.8 years
Male: 44.9 years
There are 3,944 adults, (1,390 of whom are seniors) in Sheridan County.
Female: 2,510 (50.1%)
Male: 2,504 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Sheridan County includes 81.27% White, 10.09% Native American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,075 | 81.27% |
| Native American | 506 | 10.09% |
| Two or more races | 247 | 4.93% |
| Other race | 76 | 1.52% |
| Asian | 70 | 1.4% |
| Black or African American | 40 | 0.8% |
Sheridan County 's average per capita income is $40,691. Household income levels show a median of $60,121. The poverty rate stands at 11.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $80,417 | - |
| Families | $74,423 | $102,795 |
| Households | $60,121 | $86,294 |
| Non Families | $32,279 | $48,347 |
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