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Sharpsburg, IA
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Sharpsburg, IA
At a Glance
How Sharpsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sharpsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sharpsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sharpsburg residents earn a median household income of $46,964 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,596. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 192 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharpsburg is $96,700 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $116,430. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Sharpsburg reports 266 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,872/100K.
Education
2.8% of adults in Sharpsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sharpsburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.