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Sharpsburg, GA Utility & Living Guide

Sharpsburg (ˈʃɑrpsbɝg) is a town in Coweta County, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. Its population was 327 at the 2020 census.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Total Utilities$350/mo

1BR Rent$1100/mo

Sales Tax7%

COL Index105 (+5% above national average)

Family Score7/10

Median Home$340,000

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Georgia Power

🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Atlanta Gas Light

💧 Water

$50/mo

Coweta County Water & Sewerage Authority

🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management

📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$350/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$340,000
Property Tax Rate	1.25%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1200

The housing market in Sharpsburg is growing rapidly, with new developments and subdivisions popping up along Highway 29. Homes in the area tend to be moderately priced, with a mix of older and newer construction. Rentals are also available, but may be limited in certain areas.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100

vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

103

Transportation

Healthcare

101

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	7%
Property Tax Rate	1.25%
<p>State 4% + County 2% + City 1%</p>

Georgia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 1% to 5.75%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score

7/10

Safety Index

Higher = safer

School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg

Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend

+10% (growing)

Political Climate

Red

Business Momentum

Moderate, with key industries in tech, retail, and healthcare

Top Local Concerns

Traffic, growth management, public safety

🚌 Transit for Families

Sharpsburg has limited public transportation options, but the area is relatively stroller-friendly with wide sidewalks and crosswalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions

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Sharpsburg Park
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Coweta County Fairgrounds
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Chattahoochee River

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The best neighborhoods for families in Sharpsburg include the downtown area, which offers a mix of older and newer homes, as well as the subdivisions along Highway 29, which offer more modern amenities and community features.

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Sharpsburg has zoning ordinances and building codes in place to regulate development and growth

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📊 Sharpsburg — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Sharpsburg tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the mild climate.