Sharon town, Wisconsin
Sharon town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sharon town is a geographic entity located in Walworth County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 844. The land area covers 34.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 844 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.8 yrs | ±7.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 360 | ±65 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 370 | ±64 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 360 | ±65 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $298,800 | ±$38,351 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,417 | ±$289 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $98,000 | ±$23,729 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,403 | ±$7,763 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 21 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 515 | ±142 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 850 (2024)
ID: 140815
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK TREASURER
N1097 BOLLINGER RD, SHARON WI 53585-9704
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GUS Population: 106,029 (2024)
ID: 136513
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR/CORPORATION COU
PO BOX 1001, ELKHORN WI 53121-1001
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Sharon | PK-08 | Sharon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Janesville, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hebron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hebron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hebron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Beloit, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Walworth, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Caledonia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Capron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Elkhorn, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Blackhawk Technical College
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College | 15.7 mi away | 6004 South County Road G, Janesville, WI, 53547-5009 |
6087586900
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BRIGHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 131 PLAIN ST., SHARON, WI, 53585 |
(262) 736-4249
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Beloit College
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College | 16.0 mi away | 700 College St, Beloit, WI, 53511-5595 |
6083632000
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DARIEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 47 PARK ST., DARIEN, WI, 53114 |
(262) 882-5155
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First Class Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 16.4 mi away | 306 State Street, Beloit, WI, 53511-0000 |
6083625216
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WALWORTH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 525 KENOSHA ST., STE. L, WALWORTH, WI, 53184 |
(262) 275-6322
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Janesville
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 2310 W. Court Street, Janesville, WI, 53548 |
6305283330
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FONTANA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 166 2ND AVE., FONTANA, WI, 53125 |
(262) 275-5107
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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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College | 20.7 mi away | 800 W Main St, Whitewater, WI, 53190-1790 |
2624721234
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CLINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 214 MILL ST., CLINTON, WI, 53525 |
(608) 676-5569
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DELAVAN WWTP, WI US, located 7.4 miles from Sharon town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.2° | 13.4° | 21.3° | 1.56" | — |
| February | 32.6° | 16.0° | 24.3° | 1.67" | — |
| March | 43.7° | 24.9° | 34.3° | 1.97" | — |
| April | 57.0° | 35.7° | 46.4° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 68.8° | 46.9° | 57.9° | 4.19" | — |
| June | 79.0° | 56.8° | 67.9° | 4.96" | — |
| July | 82.9° | 60.8° | 71.9° | 3.79" | — |
| August | 81.1° | 58.9° | 70.0° | 3.87" | — |
| September | 74.2° | 51.2° | 62.7° | 3.74" | — |
| October | 60.8° | 39.5° | 50.2° | 2.89" | — |
| November | 46.2° | 28.9° | 37.6° | 2.61" | — |
| December | 34.5° | 19.6° | 27.1° | 1.83" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Allens Grove CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Darien village | Village | 4.3 mi | — |
| Walworth village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Big Foot Prairie CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Big Foot Prairie CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5512772900. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.