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Sharon, CT

Connecticut · Northwest Hills Planning Region

Sharon is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 495. Residents earn $158,146 per year, which is 110% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
495 Population 166/sq mi density
$158,146 Median Income $134,922 per capita
$276,300 Home Value $655,434 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 23.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
61 Violent Crime/100K 1,178 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$158,146 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$276,300 home value, $3,501/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
61 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $158,146
110% higher than US avg
Home Value $276,300
2% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 61/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.8%
140% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.7%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population495
Median Age68.6 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$158,146
Per Capita$134,922
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,465M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$276,300
Rent$3,501
Ownership64.8%
Zillow$655,434
Housing Units381
Rent Burden23.7%

Crime

F
Violent61/100K
Property1,178/100K

Health

Obesity25.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking8.5%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation814 ft (248 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.8%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+20.6%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute12 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries21

Is Sharon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharon receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Sharon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharon is $158,146, which is significantly higher than the national average / 110% above $75,149. This places Sharon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharon is $276,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sharon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,178 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

Sharon is a highly educated community / 80.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sharon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Sharon has a population of 495 with a density of 166 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 68.6 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 66.9% female and 33.1% male. The city is predominantly White (78.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.9% of residents, while 16.1% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

495
Total Population
166
People / sq mi
68.6yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.1%
Female 66.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish 16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharon is $158,146, which is 110% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $134,922 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,237, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,670 business establishments, including 273 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Sharon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$158,146
110% above US avg
Per Capita Income$134,922
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$105,475
Gini Index0.480 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,670
County GDP$6,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare340
Retail378
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Cost of Living103.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Drive Alone28.0%
Public Transit17.3%
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharon is $276,300, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $655,434, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,590 for a one-bedroom to $1,955 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 381 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $9,102 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,300
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$655,434
Median List Price$660,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$660,000
$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.8%
Owner-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%
Housing Units381
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Sharon, 25.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.1% of residents, below the national average. 23.7% have high blood pressure. 8.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 17.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.6% report depression. 15.5% experience frequent mental distress. 6.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). 84.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

Health Metrics: Sharon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.7%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Mental Health1:257
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits77.5%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities340
Sharon has a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,178 per 100,000, 40% below the U.S. average. Overall, Sharon receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Sharon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent61.4/100K
84% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,177.7/100K
40% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents22
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sharon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density166/sq mi
Coordinates41.8790°N, 73.4616°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNorthwest Hills Planning Region County
Nearest AirportHudson Valley Regional (POU)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.9"
23% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score79.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability12.8 / 100
Community Resilience76.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jun 17, 1991 7 km NE of Worcester, New York M4.0 130 km
Oct 2, 1994 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts M3.7 111 km
Jun 16, 2000 5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts M3.3 58 km
Jan 12, 2015 0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut M3.3 130 km
Oct 2, 1994 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts M3.3 116 km
Dec 13, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M3.2 94 km
Jul 24, 2007 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York M3.1 97 km
May 18, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M3.1 94 km
Oct 28, 1991 3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut M3.0 91 km
Aug 3, 2025 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey M3.0 124 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 143 km
Oct 21, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M2.9 93 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 108 km
Aug 27, 2011 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York M2.8 103 km
Mar 22, 2009 9 km SW of Altamont, New York M2.8 100 km
Apr 12, 1991 2 km ENE of North Castle, New York M2.7 83 km
Aug 25, 2011 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York M2.7 103 km
Feb 18, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M2.7 93 km
Feb 20, 2009 15 km SSW of Altamont, New York M2.7 93 km
Feb 27, 2008 2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York M2.7 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 172 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 55 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

237 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 25 fatalities, 1,023 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 29, 1995 EF4 36 km 3
Jul 10, 1989 EF4 73 km 0
Oct 3, 1979 EF4 66 km 3
Aug 28, 1973 EF4 60 km 4
Jun 1, 2011 EF3 64 km 3
Jun 16, 1974 EF3 51 km 0
Sep 13, 1971 EF3 82 km 0
Jul 29, 1971 EF3 50 km 0
May 24, 1962 EF3 46 km 1
May 10, 1954 EF3 82 km 0
Aug 21, 1951 EF3 86 km 0
May 15, 2018 EF2 46 km 0
Jul 12, 2006 EF2 96 km 0
Jul 21, 2003 EF2 61 km 0
Jul 21, 2003 EF2 55 km 0
Jun 23, 2001 EF2 30 km 0
May 18, 2000 EF2 43 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 3, 1997 EF2 58 km 0
Jul 3, 1997 EF2 41 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1964 LONG ISLAND, NY Meteorological 0.3 m 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (23,000 ac, 1985).

Year Name Acres Distance
1985 UNNAMED 23,000 94 km
2015 ROOSA GAP 2,747 84 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,224 70 km
2016 SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE 1,929 76 km
2021 EAST MOUNTAIN 964 97 km
2006 CHERRYTOWN FIRE 943 75 km
1988 UNNAMED 833 90 km
2016 SHERWOOD 642 94 km
2024 WHITEHOUSE 607 82 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 3.4 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.7 in

Sharon has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 25°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (3.1").

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Sharon is located in Northwest Hills Planning Region County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 80.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 140% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. 20.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.9% of the vote, a 1.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 21 public libraries serving the community. 340 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 28% of workers drive alone to work, while 17.3% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents22
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+80.8%
140% above US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+20.6%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density166/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyNorthwest Hills Planning Region County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants273
Retail Stores378

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Drive Alone28.0%
Public Transit17.3%
Work from Home17.8%
Average costs for common services in Sharon. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $363 ($207–$570)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($104–$363)
Emergency Room Visit $2,279 ($829–$5,180)
Dental Cleaning $135 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $311 ($155–$518)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $622 ($414–$1,036)
Battery Replacement $207 ($104–$363)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $104 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$829)
HVAC System Install $7,252 ($4,144–$12,432)
Roof Repair $1,036 ($414–$2,072)
Roof Replacement $9,324 ($5,698–$15,540)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,554 ($518–$3,626)
Divorce (Contested) $15,540 ($5,180–$31,080)
DUI Defense $5,180 ($2,072–$10,360)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,554 ($829–$3,108)
Will Preparation $518 ($207–$1,036)
Trust Preparation $2,590 ($1,036–$5,180)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$104)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$135)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.25 ($3.11–$5.70)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.63 ($2.59–$5.18)
Loaf of Bread $3.94 ($2.59–$5.70)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.66 ($3.11–$6.73)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.70 ($4.14–$7.77)
Rice (per lb) $1.04 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $73 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $73 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $73 ($41–$104)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$104)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$518)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,072 ($1,243–$3,626)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $73 ($31–$135)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.29–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $104 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,243 ($622–$2,590)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,036 ($518–$2,072)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$725)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$104)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,036 ($414–$2,590)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,950 ($5,180–$31,080)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$104)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $104 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$104)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $311 ($155–$518)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($104–$414)
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Top Industries in Northwest Hills Planning Region

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 6,946 588 $60,997 1.29
Retail Trade 4,530 413 $41,729 1.20
Manufacturing 4,302 174 $73,937 1.39
Accommodation & Food Services 3,238 294 $31,745 0.94
Educational Services 2,421 77 $63,264 3.11
Construction 2,101 473 $87,286 1.06
Administrative & Waste Services 1,553 365 $52,424 0.70
Other Services 1,553 474 $50,201 1.37
Professional & Technical Services 1,167 550 $119,761 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 1,030 107 $37,685 1.63
Finance & Insurance 733 200 $128,328 0.48
Wholesale Trade 728 265 $97,866 0.49
Management of Companies 470 37 $151,898 0.74
Real Estate 427 102 $54,962 0.73
Information & Technology 394 150 $95,544 0.56
Agriculture & Forestry 331 60 $41,862 1.09

Hospitals in Sharon

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SHARON HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 5/5 Yes (860) 364-4228

Schools in Sharon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sharon Center School Elementary 97 20 4.9:1
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Radio Stations near Sharon

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
98Q hot ac AAC+ 64 kbps
WKXP - 94.3 Lite FM adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
WXCI 91.7FM college, college radio MP3 96 kbps
WJMJ MP3 64 kbps
Q92 adult contemporary AAC
WAPJ - Torrington Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Free Rhinecliff AAC 64 kbps
WKZE MP3 128 kbps
98.5 The Cat AAC
WBCR-LP MP3 256 kbps

Campgrounds Near Sharon

2 campgrounds found near Sharon.

NameRatingSitesPrice
HOP BROOK LAKE RECREATION AREA 4.9/5 5 $75–$135
NORTHFIELD BROOK LAKE GROUP SHELTERS 4.3/5 2 $100

National Parks Near Sharon

189 national parks and monuments found near Sharon.

ParkTypeFee
Above All State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park State Park Free
American Shakespeare State Park State Park Free
Balance Rock State Park State Park Free
Bash Bish Falls State Park State Park Free
Bates Memorial State Park State Park Free
Bear Mountain State Park State Park Free
Beardsley State Park State Park Free
Black Rock State Park State Park Free
Blauvelt State Park State Park Free
Blow Hole State Park State Park Free
Braen-Stone Industries Inc. State Park Free
Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Bristol Beach State Park State Park Free
Brookhaven State Park State Park Free
Browns Point Park State Park Free
Buck Mountain State Park Free
Burr Pond State Park State Park Free
C.M. Gardner State Park State Park Free
Campbell Falls State Park State Park Free
Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Charles Island State Park Free
Cherry Plain State Park State Park Free
Chicopee Memorial State Park State Park Free
Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park State Park Free
Clarksburg State Park State Park Free
Coltsville National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park State Park Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park State Park Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park State Park Free
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail State Park Free
Deer Hill State Reservation State Park Free
Dennis Hill State Park State Park Free
Dinosaur State Park State Park Free
Division of Parks and Forestry Park State Park Free
Dockside State Park State Park Free
Donald J. Trump State Park State Park Free
East Mountain State Reservation State Park Free
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Farm River State Park State Park Free
Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail State Park Free
Farny State Park State Park Free
Federal Land State Park Free
Fort Dummer State Park State Park Free
Fountain Pond Park State Park Free
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Franny Reese Preserve State Park State Park Free
Franny Reese State Park State Park Free
George C. Waldo State Park State Park Free
George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Goose Pond Mountain State Park Free
Grafton Lakes State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Lake State Park State Park Free
Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Haddam Meadows State Park State Park Free
Hammonasset Beach State Park State Park Free
Hampton Ponds State Park State Park Free
Hart's Brook Nature Preserve and Arboretum State Park Free
Haverstraw Beach State Park State Park Free
Haystack Mountain State Park State Park Free
Higganum Reservoir State Park State Park Free
High Tor State Park State Park Free
Highland Lakes State Park State Park Free
Holyoke Heritage State Park State Park Free
Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site National Historic Site $15
Hook Mountain State Park State Park Free
Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Housatonic Meadows State Park State Park Free
Hudson Highlands State Park Free
Hudson River Islands State Park State Park Free
Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Hurd State Park State Park Free
Hutchinson River Pkwy Lands State Park Free
IBEW - Washington's Headquarter State Park Free
Indian Well State Park State Park Free
Inland Blue Acres State Park Free
Ivy Mountain State Park State Park Free
J.A. Skinner State Park State Park Free
James Baird State Park State Park Free
John A. Minetto State Park State Park Free
John Boyd Thacher State Park State Park Free
Kent Falls State Park State Park Free
Kent Falls State Park, Leased To Sloane-stanley M* State Park Free
Kettletown State Park State Park Free
Lake Lorraine State Park State Park Free
Lake Taghkanic State Park State Park Free
Lake Waramaug State Park State Park Free
Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Larkin State Park Trail State Park Free
Lock 6 State Canal Park State Park Free
Lock 9 State Canal Park State Park Free
Long Pond Ironworks State Park State Park Free
Lovers Leap State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Macedonia Brook State Park State Park Free
Machimoodus State Park State Park Free
Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park State Park Free
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Max V. Shaul State Park State Park Free
Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Mine Kill State Park State Park Free
Mohawk River State Park State Park Free
Molly Stark State Park State Park Free
Mount Bushnell State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Mount Everett State Reservation State Park Free
Mount Greylock State Reservation State Park Free
Mount Holyoke Range State Park State Park Free
Mount Riga State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Mount Tom State Park State Park Free
Mount Tom State Reservation State Park Free
Mt. Beacon Gateway Park State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Park State Park Free
New England National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
New York State Lands State Park Free
Nissequogue River State Park State Park Free
Nyack Beach State Park State Park Free
Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park State Park Free
Osbornedale State Park State Park Free
Palisades State Park State Park Free
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Paterson Great Falls State Park State Park Free
Peebles Island State Park State Park Free
Penwood State Park State Park Free
Pink House Cove Ice Fishing State Park Free
Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Plum Point Park State Park Free
Prospect Hill State Park Free
Putnam Memorial State Park State Park Free
Putnam Park State Park Free
Pyramid Mountain State Park State Park Free
Quiet Cove Riverfront Park State Park Free
Quinnipiac River State Park State Park Free
Rensselaer Riverfront Park State Park Free
Ringwood State Park State Park Free
RMH / Scenic Hudson Land Trust State Park Free
Robinson State Park State Park Free
Rockefeller State Park Preserve State Park Free
Rockland Lake State Park State Park Free
Rocky Glen State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Sakmann State Park Free
Scantic River State Park State Park Free
Schodack Island State Park State Park Free
Schofield Park State Park Free
Schunnemunk State Park State Park Free
Seth Low Pierrepont State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Sherwood Island State Park State Park Free
Shirazi State Park Free
Shlt / Rodman Assemblage State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Sleeping Giant State Park State Park Free
Sojourner Truth State Park State Park Free
Southford Falls State Park State Park Free
Springfield Armory National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Squantz Pond State Park State Park Free
Sterling Forest State Park State Park Free
Stillwater Pond State Park State Park Free
Storm King State Park Free
Stratton Brook State Park State Park Free
Sunny Brook State Park State Park Free
Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Sweet Pond State Park State Park Free
Taconic State Park State Park Free
Taconic State Park State Park Free
Taconic Trail State Park State Park Free
Talcott Mountain State Park State Park Free
Tallman Mountain State Park State Park Free
Thomas Cole National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
unknown State Park Free
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site National Historic Site $15
Verplank Landing - Mount Gulian State Park Free
Wadhams Grove State Park State Park Free
Wadsworth Falls State Park State Park Free
Wahconah Falls State Park State Park Free
Wawayanda State Park State Park Free
Wawayanda State Park State Park Free
Weir Farm National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
West Rock Ridge State Park State Park Free
West Rock State Park State Park Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park State Park Free
Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Wildwood State Park State Park Free
Windsor Meadows State Park State Park Free
Wonder Lake State Park State Park Free
Woodward State Park Free
Wooster Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Wooster Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free

Museums in Sharon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GUNN HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION5 WYKEHAM RD8608687586$739,597
SALISBURY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 MAIN STREET8604350566$570,726
UPPER HOUSATONIC VALLEY NHAHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 MAIN ST8604359505$236,921
AMERICAN MURAL PROJECTART MUSEUM8603793006$210,367
SHARON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8603645688$137,633
KENT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION10 STUDIO HILL ROAD8609274587$121,231
CORNWALL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7 PINE ST8606720505$99,365
SHEFFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION159 MAIN ST #1614132292694$72,087
IRONDALE SCHOOLHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5187894619$53,744
FALLS VILLAGE CANAAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION44 RAILROAD ST8608248226$34,424
CONNECTICUT RAILROAD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM$31,295
GOSHEN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION21 OLD MIDDLE ST8604919610$23,168
ANCRAM PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2404 STATE ROUTE 825183291612$8,705
BANTAM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8605675037$557
AMENIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8453738118
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY & TECHNOLOGYHISTORY MUSEUM
BECKLEY FURNACEHISTORIC PRESERVATION140 LOWER ROAD8604821817
COLEMAN STATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5187890309
COLONEL ASHLEY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4132983239
DOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONMILL STREET ROUTE 228458770353
GAYLORDSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION50 GAYLORD RD8603500300
HOLLEY-WILLIAMS HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8604352878
LITTLE NINE PARTNERS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5183987683
NORTH EAST HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PHILOMEN J HEWITT JR HONEYBEE MUSEUM AND RESEARCH CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
REX BRASHER ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM
TREVOR ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATIONMILLBROOK SCHOOL ROAD8456773704
WARREN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8608687881
WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONVILLAGE HALL 35 MERRITT AVENUE8456775083

Libraries in Sharon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DOVER PLAINS LIBRARY1797 ROUTE 220.075,634
SCOVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY38 MAIN ST.0.045,305
KENT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION32 NORTH MAIN STREET0.043,313
GUNN MEMORIAL LIBRARY5 WYKEHAM RD.0.041,645
NORTH EAST- MILLERTON LIBRARY75 MAIN STREET0.040,067
MILLBROOK FREE LIBRARY3 FRIENDLY LANE0.032,188
BUSHNELL-SAGE LIBRARY48 MAIN ST.0.027,924
HOTCHKISS LIBRARY OF SHARON10 UPPER MAIN ST.0.023,010
STANFORD FREE LIBRARY14 CREAMERY ROAD0.019,203
DAVID M. HUNT LIBRARY63 MAIN ST.0.017,992
CORNWALL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION30 PINE ST.0.017,400
DOUGLAS LIBRARY108 MAIN ST.0.015,953
AMENIA FREE LIBRARY3309 ROUTE 3430.010,297
HUGHES MEMORIAL LIBRARY35 RIVER ROAD0.07,493
WARREN PUBLIC LIBRARY15 SACKETT HILL RD.0.03,330

Farmers Markets in Sharon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Amenia Farmers Market4988 Route 22
CORNWALL FARMERS MARKET413 Route 128, Near Covered Bridge
Goshen Farmers' Market42 Ives Rd07/05/2014 to Sat: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Kent Farmers MarketKent Green
Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market421 Bantam Rad10/19/2019 to 06/13/2020Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Millbrook Farmers MarketFront St. & Franklin Ave. (Bank lot)Visit
Millerton Farmers MarketMain Street and Railroad Plaza01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Sheffield Farmers' Market125 Main St.05/26/2017 to 10/06/2017Fri: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
WASHINGTON DEPOT FARMERS MARKETWashington Senior Center, 6 Bryan Hall Plz

Restaurants in Sharon

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Gamin

Cafes in Sharon

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

J.P. Gifford

Monuments in Sharon

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Folly
Lime Kiln

Gas Stations in Sharon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Banks in Sharon

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NBT Bank

Golf Courses in Sharon

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sharon Country Club

Breweries in Sharon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cascade Mountain WineryAmenia Restaurants, Brewers, Business Organizations, Wineries835 Cascade Mountain Rd8453739021

Nursing Homes in Sharon

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
SHARON HEALTH CARE CENTER
27 HOSPITAL HILL ROAD
For profit - Corporation 88 76 3/5 4/5 4/5 8603641002

Pharmacies in Sharon

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
SHARON PHARMACY 8 GAY STREET 860-364-5272

Daycare Centers in Sharon

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
SHARON DAY CARE CENTER
80 HILLTOP ROAD - SHARON CENTER SCHOOL
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (860) 364-5182 OPEN

Cell Towers in Sharon

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7 Surdan Mountain RdLTOWER60
East Mountain RoadMTOWER60
299 Perrotti RoadGTOWER60
(North Canaan) 34 Lower RdLTOWER59
136 Bulls Bridge RoadMTOWER58
SMITHFIELD ROADTOWER58
3124 County Route 7LTOWER52
399 Chestnut Land RdMTOWER51
ASHLEY FALLS (66561)LTOWER41
ASHLEY FALLS (66561)LTOWER41

Bridges in Sharon

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1993405,359G
SlabPrestressed concrete1986261,829F
SlabPrestressed concrete1957421,200F
SlabPrestressed concrete200042713G
SlabPrestressed concrete198425664F

Airports Near Sharon

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Danbury Municipal AirportDXRMedium Airport
Dutchess County AirportPOUMedium Airport
Igor I Sikorsky Memorial AirportBDRMedium Airport
New York Stewart International AirportSWFMedium Airport
Tweed New Haven AirportHVNMedium Airport
Westfield-Barnes Regional AirportBAFMedium Airport
Airhaven AirportSmall Airport
Albert Farms AirportSmall Airport
Alexander Farm AirportSmall Airport
B Flat Farm AirportSmall Airport
Baines AirportSmall Airport
Black Pond AirfieldSmall Airport
Blueberry Hill AirportSmall Airport
Candlelight Farms AirportSmall Airport
Cannizzaro FieldSmall Airport
Catskill Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Cmelak FieldSmall Airport
Columbia County AirportHCCSmall Airport
Cross' Farm AirportSmall Airport
Deer Run AirportSmall Airport
Docktors FieldSmall Airport
Flying Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Freehold AirportSmall Airport
Gardiner AirportSmall Airport
Good Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Greenville-Rainbow AirportSmall Airport
Greig Farm AirportSmall Airport
Irish Hills Farms AirportSmall Airport
Johnson Landing StripSmall Airport
Kendalls Lndg Area AirportSmall Airport
Kingston-Ulster AirportSmall Airport
Klaverack AirportSmall Airport
Kline Kill AirportSmall Airport
Kobelt AirportSmall Airport
Long View Landing AirportSmall Airport
Meriden Markham Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Morehaven AirportSmall Airport
Mundale AirportSmall Airport
North Canaan Aviation Facilities Inc AirportSmall Airport
Old Orchard AirparkSmall Airport
Old Rhinebeck AerodromeSmall Airport
Pittsfield Municipal AirportPSFSmall Airport
Ripley FieldSmall Airport
Robertson FieldSmall Airport
Sheeley's Farm AirportSmall Airport
Silvernails FieldSmall Airport
Simsbury AirportSmall Airport
Sky Acres AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Sharon

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Connecticut State Police Troop L452A Bantam Road
Mount Washington Police Department2 Plantain Pond Road
New Marlborough Police Department807 Mill River Southfield Road
New York State Police Troop K SP Dover Plains3265 State Highway 22
Village Of Millerton Police Department

Grocery Stores in Sharon

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Sharon Farm MarketSupermarket10 Gay St
Xtra Mart Sharon 10062Convenience Store17 Gay St

Treatment Centers in Sharon

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Family Services - Eastern Dutchess Behavioral Health CtrMental Health845-486-2703 x1505
Family Services - Millbrook Behavioral Health CenterMental Health845-486-2073 x1603
High Watch Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse860-927-3772
MCCA Trinity Glen Mens ProgramSubstance Abuse860-672-6689
MCCA Trinity Glen Womens ProgramSubstance Abuse860-592-3200
Mountainside Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse860-824-1397
Newport AcademyBoth877-820-6371
Newport AcademyBoth877-820-6371

DOL Wage Violations in Sharon

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,344 in back wages owed to 18 employees.

2
Violations
$2,344
Back Wages Owed
18
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sharon Hospital 06069 1 $1,875 $125 15
Dr. Martin T. Nweeia 06069 2 $469 $156 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sharon

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
SHARON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHPO BOX 6
ST BERNARDS CHURCH CORPPO BOX 218
THE CATHOLIC SOCIETY OF CORNWELL CONNECTICUTPO BOX 218

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sharon

What is the population of Sharon?

Sharon has a population of 495 residents and is located in Connecticut. The population density is 166 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 68.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 66.9% female and 33.1% male.

Is Sharon expensive to live in?

Sharon has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $158,146, 110% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,300 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sharon safe?

Sharon is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,178 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sharon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sharon?

Sharon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Sharon?

The job market in Sharon is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,237. There are 4,670 business establishments in the area, including 273 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 17.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sharon?

The median home value in Sharon is $276,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $655,434. For renters, the median monthly rent is $3,501. Fair market rent is $1,590 for a 1-bedroom and $1,955 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.8%. The average annual property tax is $9,102.

How are the schools in Sharon?

Schools in Sharon score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 80.8% of adults in Sharon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. 20.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sharon?

The obesity rate in Sharon is 25.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.5% of adults are smokers. 17.9% are physically inactive. 22.6% of residents report depression. 6.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 84.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Sharon?

The average commute in Sharon is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 28% of workers drive alone to work, 17.3% use public transit, and 17.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sharon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sharon is 78.6% White. 83.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.1% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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