Sharpsburg, NC

North Carolina · Nash County · Rocky Mount Metro

Sharpsburg is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,629. Residents earn $39,792 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,629 Population 1,613/sq mi density

$39,792 Median Income $20,385 per capita

$116,700 Home Value $229,925 Zillow

$1,002 Median Rent 44.4% income on rent

61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

939 Violent Crime/100K 4,835 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$39,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$116,700 home value, $1,002/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

939 violent crimes/100K (147% above avg)

Education

2.0 / 5.0

13.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $39,792

47% lower than US avg

Home Value $116,700

59% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 939/100K

147% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.0%

61% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,002

14% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.7%

27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,629

Median Age34.1 yrs

Density1,613/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 35%

Veterans6.3%

Economy

Median Income$39,792

Per Capita$20,385

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty15.7%

County GDP$7,179M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$116,700

Rent$1,002

Ownership51.2%

Zillow$229,925

Housing Units816

Rent Burden44.4%

Crime

Violent939/100K

Property4,835/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking16.2%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain44.4 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.0%

High School+78.2%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score4.74

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%

Commute29 min

Broadband77.1%

EV Stations14

Libraries7

Is Sharpsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharpsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sharpsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharpsburg is $39,792, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $116,700, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,002 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 939 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,835 per 100,000, 147% above the national average.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharpsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Sharpsburg has a population of 1,629 with a density of 1,613 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.6% female and 43.4% male. The city is predominantly Black (63.5%), with 35.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,629

Total Population

1,613

People / sq mi

34.1yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%

Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.7%

87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharpsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharpsburg is $39,792, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,385 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,047, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,447 business establishments, including 200 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 11.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sharpsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$39,792
	47% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,385
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,047
IRS Avg AGI	$63,397
Gini Index	0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.7%
	27% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,447
County GDP	$7,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants	200
Healthcare	233
Retail	391
Manufacturing	86

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,015
	14% below US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.1 min
Drive Alone	81.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $116,700, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,925, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,002 (14% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 51.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 816 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $3,015. 44.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$116,700
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$229,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,002
	14% below US avg
Rent Burden	44.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	51.2%
Owner-Occupied	51.2%
Renter-Occupied	48.8%
Housing Units	816
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,015
	14% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.58%

In Sharpsburg, 40.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 40.0% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 13.5% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,983. The dentist ratio is 1:1,624. 78.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	13.3%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	40.0%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	5.7%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.5%
Physical Inactivity	28.3%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.3%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,983
Dentists	1:1,624
Mental Health	1:644
Checkup Rate	81.0%
Dental Visits	59.4%
Premature Death	11,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	78.5%
Healthcare Facilities	233

Sharpsburg has a violent crime rate of 939 per 100,000 residents, 147% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,835 per 100,000, 147% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sharpsburg receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	939.1/100K
	147% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,834.7/100K
	147% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Sharpsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	60.5°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	138 ft (42 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	1,613/sq mi
Coordinates	35.8664°N, 77.8303°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Nash County County
Nearest Airport	Rocky Mount/Wilson Regional (RWI) 4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"

17% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.69"

Driest Month (Nov) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	80.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	61.5 / 100
Community Resilience	49.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Feb 11, 2014.

Aug 6, 1994	4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina	M3.6	127 km
Feb 11, 2014	7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina	M2.9	126 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Isaias (2020, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2020	Isaias	Category 1	227 km
2019	Dorian	Category 2	198 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	177 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	207 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	171 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	144 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	198 km
2004	Alex	Category 2	219 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	243 km
2003	Isabel	Category 2	75 km
1999	Irene	Category 2	245 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	95 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	280 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	120 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	108 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	99 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	258 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	268 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	156 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	214 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

425 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 49 fatalities, 985 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988	EF4	83 km	4
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	60 km	16
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	98 km	3
Sep 27, 2024	EF3	12 km	0
Aug 8, 2024	EF3	27 km	1
Jul 19, 2023	EF3	16 km	0
Aug 3, 2020	EF3	85 km	2
Apr 25, 2014	EF3	75 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	56 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	83 km	12
Nov 15, 2008	EF3	15 km	1
Nov 23, 1992	EF3	89 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	74 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	64 km	6
Mar 4, 1977	EF3	50 km	0
May 15, 1972	EF3	42 km	0
Nov 8, 1957	EF3	20 km	0
Mar 15, 1953	EF3	27 km	0
Aug 7, 2024	EF2	49 km	0
May 13, 2019	EF2	55 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LYNCH ROAD (1,824 ac, 2008).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2008	LYNCH ROAD	1,824	41 km
1991	UNNAMED	1,399	83 km
2008	SYCAMORE SHORES	1,044	55 km
2008	HIGHWAY 1	766	64 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	4.0 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	3.7 in
March	51°F (10°C)	4.0 in
April	59°F (15°C)	3.1 in
May	67°F (20°C)	3.9 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
July	80°F (27°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
August	78°F (25°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
September	72°F (22°C)	4.2 in
October	61°F (16°C)	3.0 in
November	52°F (11°C)	2.9 in	Driest
December	44°F (6°C)	3.2 in

Sharpsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.7") and November the driest (2.9").

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Sharpsburg is located in Nash County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.5% of the vote, a 1.8-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 14 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 233 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.5%

D 48.7%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.0%
	61% below US avg
High School+	78.2%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	4.74

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,613/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Nash County County

Services

Broadband Access	77.1%
Avg Download Speed	83.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	14
Alt Fuel Stations	16
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	233
Restaurants	200
Retail Stores	391

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.1 min
Drive Alone	81.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.3%

Average costs for common services in Sharpsburg. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$681
Toddler	$641
Preschool	$581
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$831
Toddler	$528
Preschool	$565

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Nash County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	7,920	92	$74,222	2.44
Retail Trade	5,011	388	$33,157	1.27
Accommodation & Food Services	3,749	212	$20,712	1.04
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,699	268	$47,692	0.65
Wholesale Trade	2,477	138	$67,242	1.59
Construction	2,148	234	$67,811	1.04
Administrative & Waste Services	1,692	180	$35,927	0.73
Other Services	1,021	171	$47,841	0.86
Finance & Insurance	984	139	$79,536	0.61
Professional & Technical Services	840	188	$72,353	0.31
Educational Services	672	20	$40,532	0.82
Management of Companies	607	20	$87,475	0.91
Real Estate	366	102	$54,518	0.60
Arts & Entertainment	294	26	$18,057	0.44
Information & Technology	167	27	$88,306	0.23

Radio Stations near Sharpsburg

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WNBU Oldies 94.1	—	AAC
WZMB 91.3 FM	alternative, college radio	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Sharpsburg

11 national parks and monuments found near Sharpsburg.

Park	Type	Fee
Bushy Lake State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park	State Park	Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site	State Park	Free
Goose Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Medoc Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Occoneechee State Park	State Park	Free
Os-058	State Park	Free
Staunton River State Park	State Park	Free
William B. Umstead State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Sharpsburg

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LYNCH COLLECTION OF OUTSIDER ART	ART MUSEUM		2529855100	$32,890,854
MIMS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2529855100	$32,890,854
BARTON ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		2523996477	$32,164,589
SCIENCE MUSEUMS OF WILSON	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	224 NASH STREET E	2522915113	$450,878
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION FUND OF WILSON COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2522347694	$86,754
NASH COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1331 STONEWALL LANE	2524420063	$24,847
NORTH CAROLINA BASEBALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2522963048	$14,574
TWIN COUNTY COMMUNITY PRIDE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2524505219	$14,524
AMERICAN MUSEUM AND LIBRARY OF MUSIC	GENERAL MUSEUM
BUCKLEONARD ASSOCIATION FOR SPORTS AND HUMAN ENRICHMENT	HISTORY MUSEUM	148 SOUTH WASHINGTON ST	2523141637
CUMMINS PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	270 GAY STREET
HIST PRESERVATION WILSON & DR BOBS TR	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	113 NASH STREET EAST	2522347694
IMAGINATION STATION SCIENCE AND HISTORY MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	224 EAST NASH STREET
OLIVER NESTUS FREEMAN ROUNDHOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	224 E NASH STREET
ROCKY MOUNT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM & SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	270 GAY STREET
ROCKY MOUNT RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
VOLLIS SIMPSON WHIRLIGIG PARK AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WEST EDGECOMBE FARM HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WILSON BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
WILSON COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Sharpsburg

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BRASWELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	727 N GRACE ST	381,199
WILSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	249 NASH ST W	231,840
HAROLD D. COOLEY LIBRARY	114 W CHURCH ST	62,917

Farmers Markets in Sharpsburg

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Deans Farm Market	4231 NC Hwy 42 West				Visit
Rocky Mount Farmers Market	1006 Peachtree St.	04/02/2016 to 11/19/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Wilson Farmers Market	2331 US Hwy 301 S	04/26/2014 to 09/20/2014	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Wilson Farmers Market	207 W Green St	04/30/2014 to 09/17/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes

Hotels in Sharpsburg

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carolina Inn

Family Inn

Restaurants in Sharpsburg

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Speedy Wok Chinese Restaurant

Gas Stations in Sharpsburg

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon

Speedway

Banks in Sharpsburg

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Southern Bank - Sharpsburg

Breweries in Sharpsburg

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brewmasters	Gastropub and Brewery	2115 Forest Hills Rd W	2529916035
Koi Pond Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	1107 Falls Road Rocky Mount Nc 27804	12522311660

Cell Towers in Sharpsburg

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Pinetops) 1576 BYNUM FARM ROAD	TOWER	104
0.50 mi W of State Route 58	TOWER	93
(Saratoga) 6014-A NC 91	LTOWER	82
(Red Oak Bass) 5808 Red Oak Road	MTOWER	61

Fire Stations in Sharpsburg

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Sharpsburg Fire Prevention Association	300 Taylor DR	Volunteer			252-977-1236

Bridges in Sharpsburg

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1953	21	10,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	145	9,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	145	7,000	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1985	96	5,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	330	4,700	G
Culvert	Steel	1989	27	4,500	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	82	1,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	177	1,800	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	300	1,800	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2012	47	1,100	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2007	135	750	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	52	750	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2005	82	750	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2020	57	620	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2010	112	500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2022	26	100	G

Amtrak Stations in Sharpsburg

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Rocky Mount, NC	101 Coastline Street	TRAIN
Wilson, NC	401 East Nash Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Sharpsburg

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE INCORPORATED	3001 FIRESTONE PARKWAY	WILSON
BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE INCORPORATED	3001 FIRESTONE PARKWAY	WILSON
EDGECOMBE POWER STATION	6358 OLD BATTLEBORO RD	NASH

Airports Near Sharpsburg

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Johnston Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field	ISO	Medium Airport
Lake Country Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Pitt-Greenville Airport	PGV	Medium Airport
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport	RWI	Medium Airport
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base	GSB	Medium Airport
Als Airport	—	Small Airport
Ball Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd Field	—	Small Airport
Boyd Field	—	Small Airport
Charles Field	—	Small Airport
Chase Field	—	Small Airport
Cox-Grantham Airfield	—	Small Airport
Crooked Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Daghita Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Double S Airport	—	Small Airport
Dunroamin Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Easley Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellis Airport	—	Small Airport
Enfield-Shearin Airport	—	Small Airport
Fiddleair Airport	—	Small Airport
Flanagan Field	—	Small Airport
Glover Airport	—	Small Airport
Halifax-Northampton Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Henderson Oxford Airport	—	Small Airport
Hinton Field	—	Small Airport
Hood Field	—	Small Airport
Johnston Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kenly Airport	—	Small Airport
Mann Airport	—	Small Airport
Martin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Martindale Executive Airpark	—	Small Airport
Merifield Airport	—	Small Airport
Moss Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Olive Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Nocarva Airport	—	Small Airport
North Raleigh Airport	—	Small Airport
Peacock STOLport	—	Small Airport
Phillip R Bunn Airport	—	Small Airport
Raleigh East Airport	—	Small Airport
Riley Field	—	Small Airport
Ruby's Landing	—	Small Airport
Scotland Neck East Airport	—	Small Airport
Scottbrook Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
South Oaks Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Spring Paths Airport	—	Small Airport
Suggs Field	—	Small Airport
Tarboro Edgecombe Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Sharpsburg

19 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Black Creek Police Department
Elm City Police Department	115 South Railroad Street
Elm City Police Department
Fountain Community Police Department
Fountain Police Department
Nashville Police Department	501 South Barnes Street
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Pinetops Police Department	101 East Hamlet Street
Rocky Mount Police Department
Sharpsburg Police Department	108 South Railroad Street
Sharpsburg Police Department
Whitakers Police Department	302 Northwest Railroad Street
Wilson County Law Enforcement Center	100 Green Street East
Wilson County Sheriff's Office
Wilson County Sheriff's Office
Wilson Police Chief
Wilson Police Department	120 Goldsboro Street East
Wilson Police Station

Grocery Stores in Sharpsburg

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Crossroads 1	Convenience Store	8861 County Line Rd
Dollar General 13156	Other	10696 E NC Highway 97
DOLLAR GENERAL 18314	Other	11976 NC Highway 43 N
Dollar General 30959	Other	8313 W. Mount Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 4945	Other	4301 S Hathaway Blvd
Dollartree Plus 9081	Other	10735 E NC Highway 97
Family Dollar 5770	Other	3627 N Hathaway Blvd
FOOD LION 2574	Supermarket	10601 E NC Highway 97
L&m Minimart 3	Convenience Store	304 Mill Branch Rd
Sharpsburg Friendly Mart 2529724504	Convenience Store	214 E Main St
Sharpsburg Grocery	Grocery Store	4240 S Hathaway Blvd
Speedway 8675	Convenience Store	4221 S Hathaway Blvd
Tar River Grill & Pizza Inc Tar River	Convenience Store	5696 Bend of the River Rd
West Mount One Stop Llc	Convenience Store	8206 W Mount Dr

Treatment Centers in Sharpsburg

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BHG Wilson Professional Services	Substance Abuse	252-206-5799
Dixon Social Interactive Services	Both	252-296-8661
Monarch - BH Nash	Both	866-272-7826
Monarch - BH Wilson	Both	866-272-7826
Nash UNC Healthcare - Coastal Plain Hospital	Both	252-962-5000
Nash UNC Healthcare - Coastal Plain Hospital	Substance Abuse	252-962-8000
Rocky Mount Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	252-972-4357

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sharpsburg

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
THREE DIMENSIONAL MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1172
WORD OF GOD CHURCH	407 W FARMER ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sharpsburg

What is the population of Sharpsburg?

Sharpsburg has a population of 1,629 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,613 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.6% female and 43.4% male.

Is Sharpsburg expensive to live in?

Sharpsburg is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $39,792, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $116,700 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,002 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sharpsburg safe?

Public safety is a concern in Sharpsburg, with a violent crime rate of 939 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,835 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sharpsburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sharpsburg?

Sharpsburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Sharpsburg?

The job market in Sharpsburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,047. There are 2,447 business establishments in the area, including 200 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 11.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sharpsburg?

The median home value in Sharpsburg is $116,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,925. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,002. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 51.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,015.

How are the schools in Sharpsburg?

Schools in Sharpsburg have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 13.0% of adults in Sharpsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sharpsburg?

The obesity rate in Sharpsburg is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 78.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,983.

What is transportation like in Sharpsburg?

The average commute in Sharpsburg is 29 minutes. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sharpsburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sharpsburg is 35.4% White, 63.5% Black or African American. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability. 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Elm City, NC 1,173 pop · 4.6 mi Rocky Mount, NC 54,175 pop · 7.3 mi Nashville, NC 5,672 pop · 10.0 mi Dortches, NC 1,317 pop · 10.1 mi Wilson, NC 47,740 pop · 10.9 mi Pinetops, NC 1,323 pop · 12.0 mi Red Oak, NC 3,372 pop · 14.1 mi Tarboro, NC 10,705 pop · 15.5 mi Spring Hope, NC 1,334 pop · 16.5 mi Princeville, NC 1,502 pop · 16.9 mi Lucama, NC 1,108 pop · 18.3 mi Lake Royale, NC 2,959 pop · 21.4 mi Middlesex, NC 1,005 pop · 21.6 mi Farmville, NC 4,493 pop · 23.1 mi

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