Sharon, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Sharon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,567. Residents earn $63,250 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,567 Population 906/sq mi density
$63,250 Median Income $29,821 per capita
$187,500 Home Value $291,717 Zillow
$998 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
125 Violent Crime/100K 999 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,250 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $998/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
125 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,250
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 125/100K
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $998
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,567
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density906/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,250
Per Capita$29,821
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$998
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,717

Crime

F
Violent125/100K
Property999/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault62/100K
Burglary62/100K

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation989 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Sharon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, 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 $63,250, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharon is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $998 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sharon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 125 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 999 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sharon has a population of 1,567 with a density of 906 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,567
Total Population
906
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.5%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.5%
53% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharon is $63,250, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sharon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,250
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,821
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$78,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare70
Retail90
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharon is $187,500, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $998 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,717
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$998
14% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Rate4.61%
In Sharon, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death6,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities70
Sharon has a violent crime rate of 125 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 999 per 100,000 (49% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Sharon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent124.8/100K
67% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape62.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault62.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property998.8/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary62.4/100K
Theft936.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sharon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation989 ft (301 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density906/sq mi
Coordinates42.4987°N, 88.7305°W
County FIPS17007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density906/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants75
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

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