Sharpsburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Allegheny County County
Sharpsburg, PA
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 $50,833 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,918. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,316 business establishments, including 3,345 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharpsburg is $118,800 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $140,946. Median rent is $953/month, with 26.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Sharpsburg reports 264 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 826/100K.
Education
34.9% of adults in Sharpsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sharpsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.