Sharptown, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Sharptown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 764. Residents earn $85,357 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
764 Population 1,819/sq mi density
$85,357 Median Income $38,255 per capita
$187,100 Home Value $218,170 Zillow
$1,118 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,357 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,100 home value, $1,118/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,357
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,100
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,118
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population764
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,819/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,357
Per Capita$38,255
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$7,088M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,100
Rent$1,118
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,170
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation25 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute30 min
Broadband95.6%
Libraries4

Is Sharptown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sharptown receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sharptown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sharptown is $85,357, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sharptown is $187,100, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sharptown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sharptown has a population of 764 with a density of 1,819 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 5% Black.

Population

764
Total Population
1,819
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sharptown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sharptown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sharptown is $85,357, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sharptown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,357
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$62,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,657
County GDP$7,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare362
Retail333
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharptown is $187,100, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,118 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,170.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,100
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,170

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,118
4% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Sharptown, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death9,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access72.7%
Healthcare Facilities362

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Sharptown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation25 ft (8 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,819/sq mi
Coordinates38.5382°N, 75.7189°W
County FIPS24045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.5-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 5.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,819/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities362
Restaurants209
Retail Stores333

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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