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East Sharpsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

East Sharpsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 114.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
114 Population 1,900/sq mi density
$95,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How East Sharpsburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population114
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density1,900/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans33.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,845
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units57
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries8

Is East Sharpsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Sharpsburg receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. East Sharpsburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Sharpsburg is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Sharpsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

East Sharpsburg has a population of 114 with a density of 1,900 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

114
Total Population
1,900
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Sharpsburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: East Sharpsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,845
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Sharpsburg is $95,000, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units57
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
East Sharpsburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,289 ft (393 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Coordinates40.3345°N, 78.3722°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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