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Sharpsburg, MD
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Sharpsburg, MD
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 $71,029 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,701. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,704 business establishments, including 333 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharpsburg is $231,400 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $337,985. Median rent is $850/month, with 23.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Sharpsburg reports 58 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 777/100K.
Education
31.9% of adults in Sharpsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below the national average). 82.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sharpsburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.