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Sharon Springs, KS
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Sharon Springs, KS
At a Glance
How Sharon Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sharon Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sharon Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sharon Springs residents earn a median household income of $57,083 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,231. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 95 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharon Springs is $91,200 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $129,903. Median rent is $506/month, with 16.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Sharon Springs reports 350 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,186/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Sharon Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sharon Springs has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.