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Sharon, CT


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Sharon, Connecticut

Sharon, Connecticut, in Litchfield county, is 30 miles NW of Bristol, Connecticut (center to center) and 83 miles N of New York, New York. The town is home to some 2,968 residents.

The People and Families of Sharon

In Sharon, about 55% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

Impressively, having a college education is normal in Sharon.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($14,466) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Sharon. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Sharon Housing

Sharon presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations.

High Points

Sharon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Connecticut):

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College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Sharon College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Sharon, CT

Comparing Sharon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Connecticut (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population1010
Senior Citizens810
Racial Diversity64
Male Share of the Population64
Female Share of the Population57
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married53
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults107

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
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