Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Sharpsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,146. Residents earn $50,833 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sharpsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sharpsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sharpsburg is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Sharpsburg is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 409 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,394 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Sharpsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,833 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,918 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,506 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,625 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36,316 |
| County GDP | $132,892M |
| Restaurants | 3,345 |
| Healthcare | 4,791 |
| Retail | 3,982 |
| Manufacturing | 940 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,851 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.45% |
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 17.1% |
| Census Median | $118,800 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $132,888 |
| Median List Price | $130,000 |
| Median List Price | $130,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $54 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 81.9% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $953 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,851 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.45% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,412/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,791 |
| Total Violent | 408.8/100K |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 58.4/100K |
| Robbery | 116.8/100K |
| Assault | 233.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,394.2/100K |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 467.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,897.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 29.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,554/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4932°N, 79.9215°W |
| County FIPS | 42003 |
Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.9% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,554/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 72 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,791 |
| Restaurants | 3,345 |
| Retail Stores | 3,982 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 83 |
| Avg Commute | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 17.1% |