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Sharptown, MD
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Sharptown, MD
At a Glance
How Sharptown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sharptown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sharptown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sharptown residents earn a median household income of $85,357 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,255. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,657 business establishments, including 209 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sharptown is $187,100 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,170. Median rent is $1,118/month, with 19.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1941.
Safety & Crime
Sharptown reports 1,788 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 370% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,352/100K.
Education
20.2% of adults in Sharptown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sharptown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.