Sharon, CT
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
6/10
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Transit
6/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
495
332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
10.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
80.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$158,146
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$276,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$851
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,501
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.4%
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
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (45%) (47%) ConservativeClimate
Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 14 | 23 |
| Feb | 2 | 14 | 26 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 4 | 11 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Sharon Center School
<1 miles, NW
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Webutuck High School
4 miles, NW
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Webutuck Elementary School
4 miles, NW
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Eugene Brooks Middle School
4 miles, NW
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Colleges
Northwestern Connecticut Community College
21 miles, E
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Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
23 miles, W
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Bard College at Simon's Rock
23 miles, NE
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Bard College
25 miles, NW
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Hospitals
Sharon Hospital
1 miles, NW
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Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
18 miles, SE
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Fairview Hospital
22 miles, NE
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Northern Dutchess Hospital
24 miles, NW
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Airports
Bradley International Airport
40 miles, E
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New York Stewart International Airport
42 miles, W
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Tweed-New Haven Airport
52 miles, S
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Westchester County Airport
58 miles, SW
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