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Sharpsburg, NC
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Sharpsburg, NC
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 $39,792 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,385. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,447 business establishments, including 200 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharpsburg is $116,700 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,925. Median rent is $1,002/month, with 44.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Sharpsburg reports 939 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 147% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,835/100K.
Education
13.0% of adults in Sharpsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 78.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sharpsburg has 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. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.