Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Sharon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population135
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density964/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$34,564
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,444M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,500
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,722
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Elevation2,062 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries2
Is Sharon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sharon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sharon is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Sharon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sharon has a population of 135 with a density of 964 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 11.9% Hispanic, 14.1% Black.
Population
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Sharon is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,564 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,060 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,690 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 834 |
| County GDP | $1,444M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,300 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
The median home value in Sharon is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,722.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,500 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $183,722 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,300 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.63% |
In Sharon, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sharon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,578/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
Crime Rates: Sharon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
Safety Score
Sharon has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.7 inches |
| 30% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,062 ft (628 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 964/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2755°N, 99.3381°W |
| County FIPS | 40153 |