Where is Sharon, Pennsylvania

Sharon is a city in western Pennsylvania and part of the Shenango Valley in Mercer County. Located near the Ohio border, it sits about 15 miles northeast of Youngstown, Ohio, and 65 miles northwest of Pittsburgh. Sharon is known for its historic downtown, Buhl Farm Park, and long industrial and manufacturing history along the Shenango River.

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Where is Sharon Located?

Sharon is a city located in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, the United States. It lies in western Pennsylvania near the Ohio state line and within the Shenango Valley. Sharon is about 15 miles northeast of Youngstown, Ohio, 20 miles south of New Castle, and roughly 65 miles northwest of Pittsburgh. The city is located at 41.2320° North latitude and 80.4937° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 13,147 residents. Sharon covers about 2.2 square miles (5.7 square kilometers), with most of the city consisting of land. The Shenango River runs through the valley and has influenced the area’s settlement and industrial development. Buhl Farm Park is one of the city’s best-known recreational attractions, offering trails, open fields, gardens, and outdoor facilities. A unique feature of Sharon is its long history as a center of steel, manufacturing, and retail activity in the Shenango Valley.

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Distance from Sharon, PA to Nearby Cities

• Farrell, PA – 2 miles (3 km)
• Hermitage, PA – 3 miles (5 km)
• Sharpsville, PA – 4 miles (6 km)
• West Middlesex, PA – 5 miles (8 km)
• Grove City, PA – 15 miles (24 km)
• New Castle, PA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Youngstown, OH – 15 miles (24 km)
• Struthers, OH – 18 miles (29 km)
• Warren, OH – 30 miles (48 km)
• Boardman, OH – 20 miles (32 km)
• Butler, PA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Beaver Falls, PA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Erie, PA – 55 miles (89 km)
• Pittsburgh, PA – 65 miles (105 km)
• Meadville, PA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Oil City, PA – 55 miles (89 km)
• Akron, OH – 70 miles (113 km)
• Cleveland, OH – 75 miles (121 km)

Top Attractions in Sharon, Pennsylvania

• Buhl Farm Park – A large historic public park with walking trails, open fields, gardens, playgrounds, sports areas, and picnic facilities.
• Daffin's Candies – A long-running local candy company and attraction known for its chocolate displays, candy shop, and large chocolate kingdom.
• Shenango River – A major waterway through the Shenango Valley that has supported the area's settlement, industry, wildlife, and recreation.
• Sharon Historic District – A collection of historic homes, commercial buildings, churches, and civic structures reflecting the city's industrial-era growth.
• Sharon Historical Society – A local organization preserving artifacts, photographs, documents, and stories connected to Sharon and the Shenango Valley.
• Quaker Steak & Lube – A well-known regional restaurant in nearby Sharon with a history tied to the former automobile service industry.
• Shenango River Lake – A nearby reservoir offering boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and wildlife observation.
• McConnell's Mill State Park – A scenic western Pennsylvania park with hiking trails, forests, rock formations, and the Slippery Rock Creek gorge.
• Grove City Premium Outlets – A major shopping destination near Grove City, south of Sharon, with a large collection of outlet stores.

Airports Near Sharon, Pennsylvania

• Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport (YNG) – 25 miles
• Venango Regional Airport (FKL) – 45 miles
• Erie International Airport (ERI) – 55 miles
• Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) – 70 miles

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Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official Sharon city website and local government records.

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