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Sharpsburg, IA

Iowa

Sharpsburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 79. Residents earn $46,964 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
79 Population 219/sq mi density
$46,964 Median Income $25,596 per capita
$96,700 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,964 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,964
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,964
Per Capita$25,596
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$376M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units46
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking15.2%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries4

Is Sharpsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharpsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $46,964, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharpsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sharpsburg has a population of 79 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

79
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharpsburg is $46,964, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sharpsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,964
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,596
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$65,359

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)192
County GDP$376M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail20
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,560
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone59.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $96,700, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.3%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,560
2% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Sharpsburg, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.3%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death8,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities8
Sharpsburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates40.8045°N, 94.6381°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone59.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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