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Sharon, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sharon, Wisconsin had a total population of 1,592, the 304th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $67,500, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Sharon Quick Facts

Population 1,592
Median Household Income $67,500
Median Home Value $186,700
Poverty Rate 12.2%
Unemployment Rate 4.0%
Median Age 33.9 years
Homeownership Rate 62.0%
Affordability Ratio 2.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.0%
High School Graduation Rate 86.3%
Diversity Index 43/100
Population 1,592 304th of 808
Median Income $67,500 average
Poverty Rate 12.2% 2% lower than national
Median Home Value $186,700 average

How Sharon Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,5671,592+1.6%
Median household income$63,250$67,500+6.7%
Median home value$187,500$186,700-0.4%

How Sharon Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.0%
$25K-$50K 21.0%
$50K-$100K 32.3%
$100K+ 34.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.2%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
2.8%
$25K-$30K
3.1%
$30K-$35K
3.1%
$35K-$40K
3.6%
$40K-$45K
4.6%
$45K-$50K
6.5%
$50K-$60K
8.4%
$60K-$75K
13.1%
$75K-$100K
10.8%
$100K-$125K
13.9%
$125K-$150K
9.3%
$150K-$200K
8.1%
$200K+
3.4%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3%|National: 5.2%
73.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.0%
Renter 38.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,072/mo 19.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

43out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 37 | National average: 61

Education

Sharon Rankings in Wisconsin

#304 Population of 808
#431 Median Income of 788
#557 Education of 808
#418 Home Value of 799

Other Cities in Walworth County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Whitewater 15,807 $54,969 26.8% $229,400
Elkhorn 10,221 $77,649 7.6% $273,600
Delavan 8,689 $65,357 10.2% $218,800
Lake Geneva 8,521 $75,629 10.7% $343,800
East Troy 4,978 $79,669 10.2% $299,600
Bloomfield 4,780 $98,068 7.5% $236,100
Williams Bay 2,981 $84,113 8.7% $444,700
Walworth 2,759 $70,208 18.1% $290,600
Delavan Lake 2,757 $83,550 6.7% $355,500
Como 2,197 $75,266 3.2% $278,400

Cities Similar to Sharon

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
West Baraboo1,577$60,880$224,70025.9%9.6%
Bonduel1,535$63,672$173,90018.8%9.5%
Whitehall1,555$61,875$152,10016.1%6.3%
Pardeeville1,672$64,902$230,40014.4%8.8%
Spencer1,686$69,750$155,40014.6%2.1%

Population Overview

Sharon is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Walworth County. The total population is 1,592. It ranks as the 304th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sharon is 33.9 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sharon is $67,500. This is 13% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $186,700. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Sharon is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sharon is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.3%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (23.3% vs 8.0%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sharon, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sharon, Wisconsin?

Sharon, Wisconsin has a population of 1,592 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sharon, WI?

The median household income in Sharon is $67,500, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Sharon, WI?

The poverty rate in Sharon is 12.2%. This means approximately 193 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sharon, Wisconsin?

Sharon's population is 72.0% White, 0.4% Black, 23.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sharon, WI?

The median home value in Sharon is $186,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Sharon, Wisconsin?

15.0% of adults (25+) in Sharon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.