Sheridan County, Kansas
FIPS: 20179 · State: KS
2,442
population
⚠ 1 weather alert🔶 1 disaster declaration
⚠ Weather Alerts
SevereRed Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued March 27 at 9:02AM MDT until March 28 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Onset: Mar 28, 2026Expires: Mar 28, 2026
🔶 FEMA Declarations
Severe Storm
SEVERE STORMS, STRAIGHT-LINE WINDS, TORNADOES, AND FLOODING
Declared: Jul 22, 2025#4883
PA
🔍 Data Signals
View all signals →MEDIUMMilestone💼 employment
Sheridan County, Kansas unemployment dropped below 2% — near full employment
Sheridan County, Kansas's unemployment rate fell from 2.2% to 1.9% in 2025-12, dropping below the 2% threshold. Near-zero unemployment suggests a very tight labor market, which can strain local businesses seeking workers.
LOWComparison💼 employment
Sheridan County, Kansas has KS's lowest unemployment at 1.9%
Sheridan County, Kansas has the lowest unemployment in KS at 1.9%, compared to the state average of 3.3%. The county's tight labor market reflects strong local employment conditions.
📊 Crime Data
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