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Sharon Springs, NY

New York

Sharon Springs is a small town in New York with a population of 635. Residents earn $50,865 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
635 Population 347/sq mi density
$50,865 Median Income $27,531 per capita
$117,000 Home Value $214,529 Zillow
$1,165 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$50,865 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,000 home value, $1,165/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,865
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,165
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population635
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,865
Per Capita$27,531
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$2,632M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,000
Rent$1,165
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,529
Housing Units267
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.7%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,272 ft (388 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Broadband93.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Sharon Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharon Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sharon Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharon Springs is $50,865, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharon Springs is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,165 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharon Springs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sharon Springs has a population of 635 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%).

Population

635
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharon Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharon Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharon Springs is $50,865, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Sharon Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,865
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,531
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$60,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,248
County GDP$2,632M

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare190
Retail172
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharon Springs is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,165 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,529.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,529
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$318
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,165
0% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.4%
Housing Units267
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,966
70% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Sharon Springs, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death9,219/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities190
Sharon Springs has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,272 ft (388 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates42.7930°N, 74.6128°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities190
Restaurants104
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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