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Sharon Springs, NY
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Sharon Springs, NY
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 $50,865 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,531. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,248 business establishments, including 104 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharon Springs is $117,000 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $214,529. Median rent is $1,165/month, with 21.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Sharon Springs reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,389/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in Sharon Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 gets 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.