Sharpsville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Sharpsville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 663. Residents earn $90,978 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
663 Population 2,883/sq mi density
$90,978 Median Income $31,711 per capita
$117,800 Home Value $263,809 Zillow
$958 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,978 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,800 home value, $958/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,978
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population663
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density2,883/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,978
Per Capita$31,711
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$736M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,800
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,809

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation877 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+96.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Sharpsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharpsville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sharpsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharpsville is $90,978, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharpsville is $117,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharpsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sharpsville has a population of 663 with a density of 2,883 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

663
Total Population
2,883
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharpsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharpsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharpsville is $90,978, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sharpsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,978
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,711
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$67,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$736M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail44
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,278
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharpsville is $117,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,809.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,809

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,278
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Sharpsville, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death8,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Sharpsville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,883/sq mi
Coordinates40.3797°N, 86.0869°W
County FIPS18159
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,883/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home2.2%

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