Sharon township, Ohio
Sharon township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sharon township is a geographic entity located in Medina County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,117. The land area covers 25.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 6,117 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs | ±4.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,045 | ±189 | 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 | 2,239 | ±245 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,045 | ±189 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 194 | ±150 |
| Median Home Value | $479,300 | ±$40,883 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,145 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $125,886 | ±$10,907 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,257 | ±$9,394 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 108 | ±101 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,949 | ±221 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±2.6% |
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: 6,084 (2024)
ID: 173058
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FISCAL OFFICER
PO BOX 7, SHARON CENTER OH 44274-0007
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GUS Population: 184,625 (2024)
ID: 132375
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
144 N BROADWAY ST, MEDINA OH 44256-1974
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Medina, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Akron, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Brunswick, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Copley, OH |
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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Hamrick School
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College Vocational | 2.1 mi away | 1156 Medina Rd, Medina, OH, 44256 |
3302392229
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HIGHLAND BRANCH
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Library | 3.7 mi away | 4160 RIDGE ROAD, MEDINA, OH, 44256 |
(330) 239-2674
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Medina County Career Center
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College Vocational | 8.7 mi away | 1101 W Liberty St, Medina, OH, 44256 |
3307258461157
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ELLA M. EVERHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 132 BROAD ST., WADSWORTH, OH, 44281 |
(330) 334-5761
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Gerbers Akron Beauty School
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College Vocational | 8.8 mi away | 1915 West Market ST. Suite 800, Akron, OH, 44313 |
3308676200
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MEDINA COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 210 S. BROADWAY, MEDINA, OH, 44256 |
(330) 725-0588
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Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Brunswick
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College | 9.6 mi away | 3307 Center Rd., Brunswick, OH, 44212 |
3307823395
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MEDINA COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 210 S. BROADWAY, MEDINA, OH, 44256 |
(330) 722-2590
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University of Akron Main Campus
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College | 12.4 mi away | 302 Buchtel Common, Akron, OH, 44325-2102 |
3309727111
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FAIRLAWN-BATH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 3101 SMITH RD, AKRON, OH, 44333 |
(330) 666-4888
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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 CHIPPEWA LAKE, OH US, located 10.7 miles from Sharon township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.2° | 16.8° | 24.5° | 2.88" | 9.9" |
| February | 34.9° | 17.9° | 26.4° | 2.23" | 8.2" |
| March | 44.8° | 25.9° | 35.4° | 3.08" | 5.6" |
| April | 58.2° | 36.7° | 47.5° | 3.71" | 0.6" |
| May | 69.0° | 47.0° | 58.0° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.6° | 56.7° | 67.1° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.6° | 60.1° | 70.8° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.3° | 58.8° | 69.6° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.0° | 52.0° | 63.0° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.4° | 41.0° | 51.2° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| November | 48.3° | 31.4° | 39.8° | 2.95" | 1.5" |
| December | 37.0° | 22.7° | 29.8° | 2.93" | 9.9" |
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 Center CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pigeon Creek CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Wadsworth city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Montrose-Ghent CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Fairlawn city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Medina city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3910371801. • 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.