Sheridan
6.6
High score (8-10)
Sheridan is arguably the most appealing small city in Wyoming — it sits at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains with a well-preserved main street, real restaurants, and a history of attracting outside money going back to when Eastern ranching aristocracy set up operations here in the 1880s. The Big Horn Polo Club in the county is one of the oldest polo operations in the West, hinting at the slightly more cosmopolitan ranching gentry demographic that sets Sheridan apart from most of the state. The mix of outdoor recreation tourism, some arts activity, and more varied population gives a confident outsider more room to operate than anywhere in Wyoming outside of Jackson.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Sheridan is Wyoming's most socially functional small city outside of Jackson — a well-kept downtown, outdoor access to the Bighorn Mountains, and a demographic that includes both deep-rooted locals and outside arrivals drawn by the quality of life. The Big Horn Polo Club in the county reflects the long history of outside money and gentry-class ranching operations here. The town is still conservative and the social world is still small, but there's enough variety and enough social infrastructure to give an outsider a real starting point.
Lower score (below 6)
Sheridan is Wyoming's best small city by most measures but 18,000 people is 18,000 people — the social universe is limited even by Wyoming standards, and the community's relative prosperity and outdoor appeal means people who already have what they want here aren't especially motivated to expand their social circles. The polo and ranching gentry culture that makes Sheridan interesting is also somewhat closed — it runs on old connections and established families. A well-positioned outsider can work here but it takes time and effort that a larger city wouldn't require.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Sheridan, Wyoming?
$64k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Sheridan, Wyoming?
Women marry at 28
How common is a college degree in Sheridan, Wyoming?
29% men have degree
What's the average male height in Sheridan, Wyoming?
178 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Sheridan, Wyoming?
Local women avg 29.6