Zip 21782 (Sharpsburg, MD) Rankings

Sharpsburg, Maryland is a small town located near Washington D.C with a population of 21782. According to Best Places rankings Sharpsburg has an overall score of 62 and ranks fourth in the list of best places to live in Maryland. This ranking was determined using criteria such as crime rate, cost of living, taxes, education, employment opportunities and amenities. In terms of crime rate Sharpsburg ranks third with a rating of 17 out of 100 which is lower than the national average for cities in the United States. The cost of living index is 79 compared to the national average which is 100 points making it more affordable than other cities. The median household income is slightly higher than the state average at $77,009 while the median house price is also higher at $313,800. The local school system provides good education and there are plenty of job opportunities within commuting distance due to its close proximity to Washington D.C. Lastly Sharpsburg offers excellent amenities such as parks, recreation centers and shopping malls that make it one of the best places in Maryland to live in.

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