Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Sharon Hill is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,978. Residents earn $68,529 per year, which is 9% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sharon Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Sharon Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sharon Hill is $68,529, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Sharon Hill is $163,200, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,302 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 755 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,265 per 100,000, 118% above the national average.
32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Sharon Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 89.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.1% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $68,529 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,472 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,407 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,369 |
| Unemployment | 9.2% |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,424 |
| County GDP | $42,608M |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Healthcare | 1,893 |
| Retail | 1,549 |
| Manufacturing | 312 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.18% |
| Commute Time | 37.3 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
| Census Median | $163,200 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $190,185 |
| Median List Price | $185,000 |
| Median List Price | $185,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $107 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 7.7% |
| Inventory | 13 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,302 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.18% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,708/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Total Violent | 754.8/100K |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 263.3/100K |
| Assault | 491.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,265.4/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 403.7/100K |
| Theft | 3,668.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 193.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 74 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,764/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9074°N, 75.2678°W |
| County FIPS | 42045 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.7% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,764/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Retail Stores | 1,549 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 37.3 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |