Sharon Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,710 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,951 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$428,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$879 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$958 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northwest Hills Planning Region
2
Torrington Urban Area
2
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Northwest Hills Planning Region
2
Torrington Urban Area
2
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 15 23
Feb 3 15 26
Mar 4 10 35
Apr 4 3 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 5 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 3 39
Dec 4 11 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Schools

Sharon Center School
2 miles, N 2.8 star
Webutuck High School
5 miles, NW 5 star
Webutuck Elementary School
5 miles, NW 1.9 star
Eugene Brooks Middle School
5 miles, NW 1.9 star

Colleges

Bard College at Simon's Rock
24 miles, NE 1.4 star
Dutchess Community College
25 miles, W 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sharon Hospital
2 miles, NW 5 star
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
17 miles, SE 1.4 star
Fairview Hospital
23 miles, NE 5 star
Northern Dutchess Hospital
24 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Bradley International Airport
40 miles, E 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
50 miles, S 1 star
Westchester County Airport
56 miles, SW 1.4 star