Sheridan, Illinois
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −14.4% |
| 2008 | −1.8% |
| 2012 | −19.0% |
| 2016 | −42.2% |
| 2020 | −44.8% |
| 2024 | −48.1% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 25.7%Harris154 | 73.8%Trump442 | 0.5% | R+48.1 | R+3.3 | R+46.6 | 599 | |
| R | 26.7%Biden158 | 71.5%Trump423 | 1.9% | R+44.8 | R+2.6 | R+49.2 | 592 | |
| R | 24.4%Clinton133 | 66.6%Trump363 | 9.0% | R+42.2 | R+23.2 | R+44.3 | 545 | |
| R | 39.3%Obama188 | 58.4%Romney279 | 2.3% | R+19.0 | R+17.2 | R+22.9 | 478 | |
| R | 46.7%Obama230 | 48.5%McCain239 | 4.9% | R+1.8 | D+12.6 | R+9.1 | 493 | |
| R | 42.3%Kerry208 | 56.7%Bush279 | 1.0% | R+14.4 | — | R+12.0 | 492 |
Sheridan sits in the Upper Midwest. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 48.1 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 3.3 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 48.1 points.
A population of 2,519, a 49% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $85,250 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Sheridan, Illinois vote in 2024?
In 2024, Sheridan, Illinois voted Republican by 48.1 points (R+48.1), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 599 votes cast, 154 went Democratic and 442 went Republican.
How many people live in Sheridan, Illinois?
Sheridan, Illinois has a population of 2,519 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Sheridan, Illinois?
Median household income in Sheridan, Illinois is $85,250 — above the national median of $80,734. The Illinois state median is $83,390.
What is the political history of Sheridan, Illinois?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Sheridan, Illinois from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.