Sheridan County, Wyoming Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 7th-largest in Wyoming
The population of Sheridan County, Wyoming is 31,585 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest county in Wyoming. The median household income is $70,855, the median home value is $352,200, and the median age is 42.9.
The population of Sheridan County has grown 13.1% since 2010 (29,148 → 32,978), a +0.89% annualized rate.
31,585
Population
+0.89%
Annual growth
13
People / sq mi
$70,855
Median Income
$352,200
Median Home Value
Sheridan County covers 2,523 sq mi of land at 12.5 people per square mile.
About Sheridan County, WY
Sheridan County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 49.9% of the population. With 31,585 residents, Sheridan County is a county in Wyoming. It is the #7-largest of all counties in Wyoming nationally.
The typical household here earns about $70,855, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.7%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $352,200, with typical rent around $950.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 33.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. About 7.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Sheridan County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Sheridan County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Sheridan County had a population of 29,148 in 2010 and 32,978 in 2024, a 13.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 32,978 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.89%.
32,978
Population (2024)
29,148
Population (2010)
32,978
Peak (2024)
0.89%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,148 |
| 2011 | 29,257 |
| 2012 | 29,538 |
| 2013 | 29,754 |
| 2014 | 29,884 |
| 2015 | 29,925 |
| 2016 | 30,027 |
| 2017 | 30,222 |
| 2018 | 30,277 |
| 2019 | 30,597 |
| 2020 | 31,005 |
| 2021 | 31,663 |
| 2022 | 32,049 |
| 2023 | 32,581 |
| 2024 | 32,978 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.9
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
22.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.6% · Seniors (65+): 22.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $70,855$-3,960 vs state |
| Mean household income | $90,918 |
| Per-capita income | $40,533 |
| Poverty rate | 4.7%-2.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Sheridan County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.1%
Carpool
81.3%
Public transit
7.3%
Work from home
15.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$352,200+$67,100 vs state
Median home value
$950
Median rent
69.9%
Homeownership rate
15,236
Total housing units
88.7%
Occupied
11.3%
Vacant
30.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.9%
With health insurance
92.9%
With broadband internet
49.9%
Foreign-born
10.8%
Veterans (18+)
12.9%
With a disability
97.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
96.3%
High School+
33.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sheridan County, Wyoming has a population of 31,585 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest county in Wyoming. Population density is 13 people per square mile.
The population of Sheridan County has grown 13.1% since 2010 (29,148 → 32,978), a +0.89% annualized rate.
The median household income in Sheridan County, Wyoming is $70,855, with mean (average) household income of $90,918 and per-capita income of $40,533. 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Sheridan County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2.4%), Black or African American (0.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Sheridan County, Wyoming is 42.9 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Sheridan County is $352,200 and median monthly rent is $950. 69.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 15,236 total housing units, 11.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Sheridan County, Wyoming is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.7%.
Cheyenne is among the largest cities associated with Sheridan County, Wyoming, with a population of 64,976.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.