Sheridan County, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 55th-largest in Nebraska
The population of Sheridan County, Nebraska is 5,058 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 55th-largest county in Nebraska. The median household income is $56,900, the median home value is $102,900, and the median age is 46.6.
The population of Sheridan County has declined 9.5% since 2010 (5,443 → 4,927), a -0.71% annualized rate.
5,058
Population
-0.71%
Annual growth
2
People / sq mi
$56,900
Median Income
$102,900
Median Home Value
Sheridan County covers 2,440 sq mi of land at 2.1 people per square mile.
About Sheridan County, NE
Sheridan County is a county in Nebraska with a population of 5,058. It ranks #55 among counties in Nebraska by population. The median age is 46.6, older than the national median. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The median household income in Sheridan County is $56,900, below the US median of $74,580. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $102,900, with monthly rent averaging $771. The homeownership rate of 69.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Sheridan County reflects 21.7% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 9.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 17.9 minutes each way.
Sheridan County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Sheridan County had a population of 5,443 in 2010 and 4,927 in 2024, a -9.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 5,443 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.70%.
4,927
Population (2024)
5,443
Population (2010)
5,443
Peak (2010)
-0.70%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,443 |
| 2011 | 5,361 |
| 2012 | 5,330 |
| 2013 | 5,213 |
| 2014 | 5,254 |
| 2015 | 5,220 |
| 2016 | 5,238 |
| 2017 | 5,281 |
| 2018 | 5,175 |
| 2019 | 5,229 |
| 2020 | 5,104 |
| 2021 | 5,091 |
| 2022 | 5,015 |
| 2023 | 4,932 |
| 2024 | 4,927 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 13.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
46.6
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
27.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.4% · Seniors (65+): 27.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $56,900$-18,085 vs state |
| Mean household income | $83,528 |
| Per-capita income | $37,162 |
| Poverty rate | 7.3%+0.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Sheridan County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.8%
Drive alone
4.5%
Carpool
66.4%
Public transit
9.8%
Work from home
17.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$102,900$-120,900 vs state
Median home value
$771
Median rent
69.8%
Homeownership rate
2,704
Total housing units
78.5%
Occupied
21.5%
Vacant
30.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.1%
With health insurance
89.5%
With broadband internet
37.0%
Foreign-born
9.8%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
95.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.0%
High School+
21.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sheridan County, Nebraska has a population of 5,058 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 55th-largest county in Nebraska. Population density is 2 people per square mile.
The population of Sheridan County has declined 9.5% since 2010 (5,443 → 4,927), a -0.71% annualized rate.
The median household income in Sheridan County, Nebraska is $56,900, with mean (average) household income of $83,528 and per-capita income of $37,162. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Sheridan County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.1%), Hispanic or Latino (13.1%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Sheridan County, Nebraska is 46.6 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Sheridan County is $102,900 and median monthly rent is $771. 69.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,704 total housing units, 21.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Sheridan County, Nebraska is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.
Omaha is among the largest cities associated with Sheridan County, Nebraska, with a population of 488,197.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.