Sharon

PA

Mercer County, Pennsylvania

Population 109K |Median income $59,976 |4 hospitals

Population
109,257
Mercer County
Median Income
$59,976
-12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$164,000
-28% vs avg
Median Age
45.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
109K-6%
Median Income
$59,976+35%
Median Home Value
$164,000+57%
Poverty Rate
13.2%-2%
Unemployment
5.3%-44%

Economics

Median Rent
$843/mo
Poverty Rate
13.2% -7% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25.6%
Work From Home 9.3%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 88.1%
African American 5.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.6%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
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0
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
2
UPMC HORIZON
GREENVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SHARON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
SHARON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Sharon Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Sharon, PA? ▼
Sharon, PA has a population of 109,257 people, located in Mercer County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in Sharon? ▼
The median household income in Sharon, PA is $59,976 per year. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
What is the median home value in Sharon? ▼
The median home value in Sharon, PA is $164,000. Median rent is $843/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sharon? ▼
The top health indicators in Sharon include Short Sleep Duration (38.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sharon? ▼
Sharon has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sharon? ▼
The median age in Sharon, PA is 45.1 years. 25.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sharon, PA is located in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 109K and a median household income of $59,976, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sharon area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Mercer County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.