What are the schools like in Sheridan, AR?

Sheridan is served primarily by SHERIDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Sheridan?

The median household income in Sheridan, AR is $55,520 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.

What is the weather like in Sheridan, AR?

Sheridan has an average high temperature of 51.3°F in January and 92.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.5 inches.

Sheridan, AR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Sheridan, AR affordable or expensive?

Sheridan's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sheridan is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $179,200 and the median rent is $735 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Sheridan, AR?

Sheridan has a violent crime rate of 531.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1120.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sheridan, AR a Good Place to Live?

Sheridan is a small town of 5,002 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $55,520 and a 3.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Sheridan stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Sheridan is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Sheridan city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.1

Sheridan's overall cost of living index is 89.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sheridan costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sheridan, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$179,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$735	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	61.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,520	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Sheridan's violent crime rate is 531.5 per 100,000 residents — 40% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

531.5 /100k

Property Crime

1120.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Sheridan is served primarily by SHERIDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sheridan, AR	National Avg
School District	SHERIDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sheridan sees average highs of 51.3°F in January and 92.0°F in July, with 55.5 inches of annual precipitation and 2.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sheridan, AR
Average High — January	51.3°F
Average High — July	92.0°F
Annual Precipitation	55.5"
Annual Snowfall	2.5"

Demographics

Metric	Sheridan, AR	National Avg
Population	5,002	—
Median Age	38.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.2%	22.2%
65 and over	21.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Prattsville, AR 6 mi Poyen, AR 11 mi Tull, AR 12 mi Leola, AR 13 mi Sardis, AR 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Sheridan

Sheridan, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

72150

Sheridan vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheridan, AR affordable or expensive?

Sheridan's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sheridan roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $179,200 and median rent is $735/month.

What is the crime rate in Sheridan, AR?

Sheridan's violent crime rate is 531.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1120.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Sheridan?

Public schools in Sheridan are operated by SHERIDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 22.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sheridan, AR a good place to live?

Sheridan, AR has a population of 5,002, a median household income of $55,520, and an unemployment rate of 3.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Sheridan?

Sheridan averages 51.3°F in January and 92.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.5 inches with about 2.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sheridan?

Sheridan, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 72150.

What is the population of Sheridan?

The population of Sheridan, Arkansas is 5,002 with a median age of 38.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sheridan?

Key numbers for living in Sheridan: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $179,200, median household income $55,520, crime index 105 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sheridan side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.