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Sharpsburg, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Sharpsburg is a small town in Georgia with a population of 335. Residents earn $62,344 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
335 Population 345/sq mi density
$62,344 Median Income $47,177 per capita
$245,300 Home Value $424,558 Zillow
$1,143 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$62,344 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$245,300 home value, $1,143/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,344
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $245,300
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,143
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,344
Per Capita$47,177
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$7,675M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$245,300
Rent$1,143
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$424,558
Housing Units166
Rent Burden23.2%

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking11.1%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation895 ft (273 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband78.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sharpsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharpsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sharpsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharpsburg is $62,344, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $245,300, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,143 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharpsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Sharpsburg has a population of 335 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 4.8% Black.

Population

335
Total Population
345
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharpsburg is $62,344, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sharpsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,344
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,177
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$86,060

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,688
County GDP$7,675M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare334
Retail414
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,250
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $245,300, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,143 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $424,558.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,300
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$424,558

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,143
2% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,250
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Sharpsburg, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 11.1% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death8,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities334
Sharpsburg has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation895 ft (273 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density345/sq mi
Coordinates33.3371°N, 84.6509°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13077
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin. 78.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density345/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities334
Restaurants248
Retail Stores414

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

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