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Sharon, PA


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Sharon, Pennsylvania

Sharon, Pennsylvania, in Mercer county, is 12 miles NE of Youngstown, Ohio (center to center) and 60 miles NW of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The city is home to some 16,328 residents.

The People and Families of Sharon

In Sharon, about 45% of adults are married. People in Sharon have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

You'll see many senior citizens in Sharon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Sharon had a median family income of $34,581.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($6,950) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Sharon. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Sharon Housing

According to the 2000 census, 63% of the housing in Sharon was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high.

Commuting

In Sharon, 92% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Sharon let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 7%Sharon Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Sharon Affordability of Rents
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 15%Sharon Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Sharon, PA

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

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens96
Female Share of the Population87
Age of the Population75
Children Under 5 Years Old69
Racial Diversity59
Male Share of the Population34
Well-Paid Single Men23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size35
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults46
People Above Poverty32
People in Middle Class or Better22
Median Family Income22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work88
Public Transportation Use67
Working at Home12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents98
People Living Alone97
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
Affordability of Property Taxes77
Seasonal and Vacation Housing23
Housing Recently Built13

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