Median Income $36,250

52% lower than US avg

Home Value $76,700

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.7%

74% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.9%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.7%

22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population129

Median Age43.8 yrs

Density461/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans98.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$36,250

Per Capita$32,706

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty9.7%

County GDP$229M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$76,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units72

Rent Burden20.2%

Health

Obesity39.9%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking19.6%

Depression23.0%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain30.1 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation1,455 ft (443 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.7%

High School+96.1%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%

Commute25 min

Broadband64.0%

Libraries3

Is Sharon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sharon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharon is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharon is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Sharon has a population of 129 with a density of 461 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

129

Total Population

461

People / sq mi

43.8yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%

Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharon is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Sharon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$36,250
	52% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,706
Avg Weekly Wage	$858
IRS Avg AGI	$60,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.7%
	22% below US avg
Establishments (County)	210
County GDP	$229M

Business (County)

Restaurants	11
Healthcare	16
Retail	25
Manufacturing	6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,871
	18% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.4 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharon is $76,700, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$76,700
	73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	20.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$702
1 Bedroom	$753
2 Bedrooms	$947
3 Bedrooms	$1,223
4 Bedrooms	$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	72
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,871
	18% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.74%

In Sharon, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.9%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	34.0%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	8.0%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.6%
	40% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.8%
Depression	23.0%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.2%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,055
Mental Health	1:2,035
Checkup Rate	72.9%
Dental Visits	58.5%
Premature Death	10,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	47.1%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Sharon has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	57.8°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.1 inches
	21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,455 ft (443 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	461/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2497°N, 98.4177°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20007

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.2-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%

D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 72.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.7%
	74% below US avg
High School+	96.1%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	5.80

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	461/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	64.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	11
Retail Stores	25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.4 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.7%

Sharon, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sharon a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sharon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sharon vs U.S. Average

Income: Sharon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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