Sparta, NC

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Sparta Overview

1,795
TOTAL POPULATION
858
MALE POPULATION
937
FEMALE POPULATION
91.57
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,537
PER CAPITA INCOME
$41,304
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,045
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
716
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Sparta

The most populous races in Sparta are White / Caucasian (1,579 | 88.0%), Hispanic or Latino (258 | 14.4%), and Two or more Races (132 | 7.3%).
Race in Sparta
Race# Population% Population
Asian20.1%
Black / African American603.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino25814.4%
Native / Alaskan110.6%
White / Caucasian1,57988.0%
Two or more Races1327.3%
Some other Race110.6%
Total1,795100.0%

Ancestry in Sparta

The most populous ancestries reported in Sparta are American (597 | 33.3%), German (214 | 11.9%), English (186 | 10.4%), Mexican (103 | 5.7%), and Irish (91 | 5.1%), together accounting for 66.3% of all Sparta residents.
Ancestry in Sparta
Ancestry# Population% Population
African90.5%
American59733.3%
Blackfeet90.5%
British160.9%
Central American603.3%
Cherokee50.3%
Colombian50.3%
Cuban482.7%
Dutch40.2%
Eastern European40.2%
English18610.4%
European70.4%
French311.7%
German21411.9%
Guatemalan130.7%
Hungarian372.1%
Irish915.1%
Italian100.6%
Mexican1035.7%
Polish130.7%
Puerto Rican70.4%
Romanian201.1%
Salvadoran472.6%
Scotch-Irish422.3%
Scottish522.9%
Sioux120.7%
South American50.3%
Spaniard351.9%
Sri Lankan20.1%
Subsaharan African90.5%
Swedish150.8%
Welsh30.2%
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Immigrants in Sparta

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sparta came from Latin America (49 | 2.7%), Central America (42 | 2.3%), Mexico (26 | 1.5%), Europe (23 | 1.3%), and Germany (10 | 0.6%), together accounting for 8.4% of all Sparta residents.
Immigrants in Sparta
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Bolivia50.3%
Central America422.3%
Ecuador20.1%
El Salvador80.4%
England30.2%
Europe231.3%
Germany100.6%
Guatemala80.4%
Latin America492.7%
Mexico261.5%
Northern Europe30.2%
South America70.4%
Southern Europe100.6%
Spain100.6%
Western Europe100.6%
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Sex and Age in Sparta

Sex and Age in Sparta

The most populous age groups in Sparta are 5 to 9 Years (96 | 11.2%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (89 | 9.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sparta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years30 (3.5%)30 (3.2%)
5 to 9 Years96 (11.2%)30 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Years28 (3.3%)30 (3.2%)
15 to 19 Years27 (3.2%)89 (9.5%)
20 to 24 Years48 (5.6%)62 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Years83 (9.7%)35 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Years70 (8.2%)50 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Years44 (5.1%)32 (3.4%)
40 to 44 Years4 (0.5%)83 (8.9%)
45 to 49 Years28 (3.3%)53 (5.7%)
50 to 54 Years56 (6.5%)61 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years92 (10.7%)44 (4.7%)
60 to 64 Years64 (7.5%)69 (7.4%)
65 to 69 Years58 (6.8%)71 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years38 (4.4%)60 (6.4%)
75 to 79 Years33 (3.8%)62 (6.6%)
80 to 84 Years2 (0.2%)37 (4.0%)
85 Years and over57 (6.6%)39 (4.2%)
Total858 (100.0%)937 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sparta

Median Family Size in Sparta

The median family size in Sparta is 2.63 persons per family, with single female/mother families (200 | 40.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.77 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (255 | 51.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sparta
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple255 (51.2%)2.54
Single Male/Father43 (8.6%)2.56
Single Female/Mother200 (40.2%)2.77
Total Families498 (100.0%)2.63

Median Household Size in Sparta

The median household size in Sparta is 2.10 persons per household, with single female/mother households (200 | 25.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.96 persons per household. non-family households (303 | 37.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sparta
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple255 (31.8%)2.54
Single Male/Father43 (5.4%)2.67
Single Female/Mother200 (25.0%)2.96
Non-family303 (37.8%)1.10
Total Households801 (100.0%)2.10

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sparta

Out of a total of 801 households in Sparta, 498 (62.2%) are family households, while 303 (37.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 264, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 278.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sparta
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-278 (34.7%)
2-Person Households264 (33.0%)25 (3.1%)
3-Person Households134 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households49 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households38 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total498 (62.2%)303 (37.8%)

Female Fertility in Sparta

Fertility by Age in Sparta

Average fertility rate in Sparta is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 156.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sparta
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years23 (100.0%)156.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sparta

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sparta
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sparta

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sparta
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree18 (78.3%)112.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree5 (21.7%)333.0
Total23 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sparta

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sparta
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Sparta

Income Overview in Sparta

Per Capita Income in Sparta is $21,537, while median incomes of families and households are $41,304 and $38,045 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,795$21,537
Median Family Income498$41,304
Mean Family Income498$52,844
Median Household Income801$38,045
Mean Household Income801$45,375
Income Deficit498$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,79526.30%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,79573.70¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7950.40

Earnings by Sex in Sparta

Average Earnings in Sparta are $21,867, $28,125 for men and $20,728 for women, a difference of 26.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Sparta
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male327 (43.3%)$28,125
Female428 (56.7%)$20,728
Total755 (100.0%)$21,867

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sparta

The most common earnings brackets in Sparta are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (37 | 11.3%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (79 | 18.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sparta
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less29 (8.9%)24 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (0.9%)51 (11.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49920 (6.1%)23 (5.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99929 (8.9%)22 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49916 (4.9%)8 (1.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)20 (4.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49919 (5.8%)37 (8.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (3.1%)6 (1.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4992 (0.6%)79 (18.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99923 (7.0%)18 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99929 (8.9%)42 (9.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99927 (8.3%)30 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99922 (6.7%)6 (1.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99937 (11.3%)5 (1.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99915 (4.6%)21 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (0.6%)4 (0.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99918 (5.5%)9 (2.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (0.9%)8 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (3.1%)10 (2.3%)
$100,000+13 (4.0%)5 (1.2%)
Total327 (100.0%)428 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sparta

Average earnings in Sparta are $31,641 for men and $22,281 for women, a difference of 29.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,107. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $29,519, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,667.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sparta
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$32,917$0
High School Diploma$24,107$23,667
College or Associate's Degree$41,250$29,519
Bachelor's Degree$40,833$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$31,641$22,281

Family Income in Sparta

Family Income Brackets in Sparta

According to the Sparta family income data, there are 115 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sparta
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000387.6%
$10,000 to $14,999163.2%
$15,000 to $24,9995310.6%
$25,000 to $34,9999218.5%
$35,000 to $49,99911523.1%
$50,000 to $74,9995911.8%
$75,000 to $99,9997414.9%
$100,000 to $149,999265.2%
$150,000 to $199,999224.4%
$200,000+30.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sparta

5-person families (14 | 2.8%) account for the highest median family income in Sparta with $79,250 per family, while 2-person families (275 | 55.2%) have the highest median income of $21,771 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sparta
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families275 (55.2%)$43,542
3-Person Families127 (25.5%)$45,598
4-Person Families69 (13.9%)$27,356
5-Person Families14 (2.8%)$79,250
6-Person Families8 (1.6%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (1.0%)$0
Total498 (100.0%)$41,304

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sparta

The median family income in Sparta is $41,304, with families comprising 3+ earners (19) having the highest median family income of $78,750, while families with 1 earner (214) have the lowest median family income of $31,833, accounting for 3.8% and 43.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sparta
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners105 (21.1%)$34,297
1 Earner214 (43.0%)$31,833
2 Earners160 (32.1%)$46,087
3+ Earners19 (3.8%)$78,750
Total498 (100.0%)$41,304

Household Income in Sparta

Household Income Brackets in Sparta

With 220 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Sparta, accounting for 27.5% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sparta
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000536.6%
$10,000 to $14,999708.7%
$15,000 to $24,99911314.1%
$25,000 to $34,99912715.9%
$35,000 to $49,99922027.5%
$50,000 to $74,999799.9%
$75,000 to $99,999789.7%
$100,000 to $149,999364.5%
$150,000 to $199,999222.7%
$200,000+30.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sparta

The median household income in Sparta is $38,045, with the highest median household income of $40,096 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 266 households (33.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,088, with 204 households (25.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sparta
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years43 (5.4%)$40,069
25 to 44 Years204 (25.5%)$33,088
45 to 64 Years266 (33.2%)$40,096
65+ Years288 (36.0%)$33,929
Total801 (100.0%)$38,045

Poverty in Sparta

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparta

With 24.3% poverty level for males and 21.8% for females among the residents of Sparta, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 21 males (70.0%) and 2 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years21 (70.0%)2 (6.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years52 (54.7%)21 (46.7%)
12 to 14 Years16 (69.6%)5 (38.5%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (55.6%)12 (26.7%)
18 to 24 Years16 (25.0%)12 (11.9%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (27.1%)
35 to 44 Years15 (31.2%)46 (40.0%)
45 to 54 Years8 (10.7%)35 (30.7%)
55 to 64 Years24 (16.7%)16 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years21 (23.6%)3 (2.5%)
75 Years and over14 (20.6%)18 (16.8%)
Total192 (24.3%)195 (21.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparta

According to the poverty statistics in Sparta, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (30.0%)28 (93.3%)
5 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years43 (45.3%)24 (53.3%)
12 to 14 Years7 (30.4%)8 (61.5%)
15 Years2 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (44.4%)33 (73.3%)
18 to 24 Years48 (75.0%)89 (88.1%)
25 to 34 Years137 (100.0%)62 (72.9%)
35 to 44 Years33 (68.8%)69 (60.0%)
45 to 54 Years67 (89.3%)79 (69.3%)
55 to 64 Years120 (83.3%)97 (85.8%)
65 to 74 Years68 (76.4%)118 (97.5%)
75 Years and over54 (79.4%)89 (83.2%)
Total598 (75.7%)701 (78.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sparta

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sparta show that 6.3% or 16 of the total 255 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sparta
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children165 (93.8%)11 (6.2%)
1 or 2 Children70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total239 (93.7%)16 (6.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sparta

According to the poverty data in Sparta, 14.0% or 6 single-father households and 38.5% or 77 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (18.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sparta
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children4 (12.5%)9 (10.5%)
1 or 2 Children2 (18.2%)24 (34.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (14.0%)77 (38.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sparta

The poverty data for Sparta shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (6.3%) and 83 of the single-parent households (34.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sparta
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (6.2%)13 (11.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)26 (32.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (6.3%)83 (34.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Sparta

Employment by Class of Employer in Sparta

Among the 675 employed individuals in Sparta, private company employees (448 | 66.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (50 | 7.4%), and state government employees (48 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sparta
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees44866.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)477.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)507.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations334.9%
Local Government Employees416.1%
State Government Employees487.1%
Federal Government Employees50.7%
Unpaid Family Workers30.4%
Total675100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sparta

According to the labor force statistics for Sparta, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,544), 46.4% or 716 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 32 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 88.3% or 144 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.3% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sparta
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years56 (51.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years85 (77.3%)3 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Years70 (59.3%)10 (14.3%)
30 to 34 Years78 (65.0%)3 (3.8%)
35 to 44 Years144 (88.3%)13 (9.0%)
45 to 54 Years110 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years56 (41.2%)3 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years52 (39.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years59 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total716 (46.4%)32 (4.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sparta

According to labor force statistics for Sparta, 58.8% of individuals (510) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (868) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 29 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 74.4% or 64 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.2% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sparta
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School66 (29.5%)34 (15.2%)
High School Diploma204 (70.3%)8 (2.9%)
College / Associate Degree176 (65.7%)20 (7.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher64 (74.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total510 (58.8%)49 (5.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sparta

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sparta are Community & Social Service (70 | 10.2%), Management (61 | 8.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (40 | 5.9%), Health Technologists (33 | 4.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (32 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sparta

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sparta, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.0%), Health Technologists (87.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (71.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sparta
OccupationMaleFemale
Management34 (55.7%)27 (44.3%)
Business & Financial4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 39 (55.7%)31 (44.3%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (33.3%)8 (66.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (28.1%)23 (71.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (10.0%)36 (90.0%)
Health Technologists4 (12.1%)29 (87.9%)
Total (Category)84 (47.2%)94 (52.8%)
Total (Overall)290 (42.4%)394 (57.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sparta are Food Preparation & Serving (75 | 11.0%), Healthcare Support (29 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (22 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (19 | 2.8%), and Law Enforcement (19 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Sparta

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sparta, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (86.4%), Security & Protection (73.7%), and Law Enforcement (73.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (75.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (72.0%), and Personal Care & Service (70.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sparta
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support7 (24.1%)22 (75.9%)
Security & Protection14 (73.7%)5 (26.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement14 (73.7%)5 (26.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving21 (28.0%)54 (72.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance19 (86.4%)3 (13.6%)
Personal Care & Service3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Total (Category)64 (41.3%)91 (58.7%)
Total (Overall)290 (42.4%)394 (57.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sparta are Sales & Related (123 | 18.0%), and Office & Administration (108 | 15.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sparta

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sparta
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related26 (21.1%)97 (78.9%)
Office & Administration7 (6.5%)101 (93.5%)
Total (Category)33 (14.3%)198 (85.7%)
Total (Overall)290 (42.4%)394 (57.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sparta are Construction & Extraction (42 | 6.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sparta

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sparta
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)290 (42.4%)394 (57.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sparta are Production (25 | 3.6%), Transportation (19 | 2.8%), and Material Moving (19 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sparta

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sparta
OccupationMaleFemale
Production17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Transportation16 (84.2%)3 (15.8%)
Material Moving19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)52 (82.5%)11 (17.5%)
Total (Overall)290 (42.4%)394 (57.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sparta

Employment Industries in Sparta

The major employment industries in Sparta include Accommodation & Food Services (95 | 13.9%), Retail Trade (92 | 13.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92 | 13.5%), Manufacturing (84 | 12.3%), and Professional & Scientific (63 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries in Sparta

Employment Industries by Sex in Sparta

The Sparta industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Administrative & Support (87.5%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (83.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sparta
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing61 (72.6%)23 (27.4%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade32 (34.8%)60 (65.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing12 (80.0%)3 (20.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
Professional & Scientific23 (36.5%)40 (63.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)
Educational Services19 (45.2%)23 (54.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (4.3%)88 (95.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services35 (36.8%)60 (63.2%)
Public Administration30 (73.2%)11 (26.8%)
Total290 (42.4%)394 (57.6%)

Education in Sparta

School Enrollment in Sparta

The most common levels of schooling among the 334 students in Sparta are elementary school (92 | 27.5%), college / undergraduate (86 | 25.8%), and high school (67 | 20.1%).
School Enrollment in Sparta
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool185.4%
Kindergarten278.1%
Elementary School9227.5%
Middle School3911.7%
High School6720.1%
College / Undergraduate8625.8%
Graduate / Professional51.5%
Total334100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sparta

Out of a total of 334 students who are enrolled in schools in Sparta, 16 (4.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 318 (95.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (15.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sparta
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old109 (94.8%)6 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds46 (86.8%)7 (13.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
Total318 (95.2%)16 (4.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sparta

Education (96 | 46.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (24 | 11.6%), social sciences (24 | 11.6%), arts & humanities (16 | 7.7%), and science & technology (10 | 4.8%) are the most common fields of study among 207 individuals in Sparta who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sparta
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics41.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2411.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology21.0%
Social Sciences2411.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology104.8%
Business94.3%
Education9646.4%
Literature & Languages73.4%
Liberal Arts & History21.0%
Visual & Performing Arts31.5%
Communications104.8%
Arts & Humanities167.7%
Total207100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sparta

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sparta

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sparta are males with 2 vehicles (113, accounting for 39.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (140, making up 29.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sparta
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle22 (7.7%)53 (13.7%)
1 Vehicle72 (25.1%)108 (27.8%)
2 Vehicles113 (39.4%)140 (36.1%)
3 Vehicles58 (20.2%)56 (14.4%)
4 Vehicles15 (5.2%)23 (5.9%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (2.4%)8 (2.1%)
Total287 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sparta

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sparta are 5 to 9 minutes (212 commuters, 36.9%), less than 5 minutes (108 commuters, 18.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (69 commuters, 12.0%).
Commute Time in Sparta
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10818.8%
5 to 9 Minutes21236.9%
10 to 14 Minutes376.4%
15 to 19 Minutes6912.0%
20 to 24 Minutes376.4%
25 to 29 Minutes152.6%
30 to 34 Minutes254.3%
35 to 39 Minutes40.7%
40 to 44 Minutes50.9%
45 to 59 Minutes325.6%
60 to 89 Minutes30.5%
90 or more Minutes284.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Sparta

The most common commute times in Sparta are 5 to 9 minutes (79 commuters, 29.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (133 commuters, 43.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sparta
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes72 (27.0%)36 (11.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes79 (29.6%)133 (43.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes18 (6.7%)19 (6.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes37 (13.9%)32 (10.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes16 (6.0%)21 (6.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes13 (4.9%)2 (0.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)25 (8.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (1.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes4 (1.5%)28 (9.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes3 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes25 (9.4%)3 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sparta

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sparta are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (48, 18.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (63, 20.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sparta
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM10 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)8 (2.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM43 (16.1%)29 (9.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (8.6%)29 (9.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM48 (18.0%)25 (8.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM26 (9.7%)63 (20.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM22 (8.2%)47 (15.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM21 (7.9%)27 (8.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM21 (7.9%)10 (3.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM9 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (1.9%)9 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM25 (9.4%)41 (13.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM14 (5.2%)20 (6.5%)
Total267 (100.0%)308 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sparta

Occupancy by Ownership in Sparta

Of the total 801 dwellings in Sparta, owner-occupied units account for 497 (62.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 304 (38.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sparta
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units49762.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units30438.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units801100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sparta

Occupancy by Household Size in Sparta
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household27834.7%
2-Person Household28936.1%
3-Person Household13416.7%
4+ Person Household10012.5%
Total Housing Units801100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sparta

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sparta
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household164 (59.0%)114 (41.0%)
2-Person Household189 (65.4%)100 (34.6%)
3-Person Household69 (51.5%)65 (48.5%)
4+ Person Household75 (75.0%)25 (25.0%)
Total Housing Units497 (62.1%)304 (38.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sparta

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sparta
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School94 (50.3%)93 (49.7%)
High School Diploma146 (65.5%)77 (34.5%)
College/Associate Degree130 (56.0%)102 (44.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher127 (79.9%)32 (20.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sparta

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sparta
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years13516.9%
35 to 44 Years11214.0%
45 to 54 Years10212.7%
55 to 64 Years16420.5%
65 to 74 Years16620.7%
75 to 84 Years8210.2%
85 Years and Over405.0%
Total801100.0%

Housing Finances in Sparta

Median Income by Occupancy in Sparta

Median Income by Occupancy in Sparta
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied497 (62.1%)$41,917
Renter-Occupied304 (38.0%)$23,235
Average801 (100.0%)$38,045

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sparta

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sparta
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.6%)11 (3.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (2.2%)28 (9.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99910 (2.0%)60 (19.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99924 (4.8%)36 (11.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99924 (4.8%)29 (9.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99979 (15.9%)48 (15.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999167 (33.6%)53 (17.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99966 (13.3%)13 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99968 (13.7%)10 (3.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (6.0%)6 (2.0%)
$150,000 or more15 (3.0%)10 (3.3%)
Total497 (100.0%)304 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sparta

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sparta
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30047 (9.5%)51 (16.8%)
$300 to $49978 (15.7%)78 (25.7%)
$500 to $799122 (24.5%)86 (28.3%)
$800 to $99964 (12.9%)46 (15.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499118 (23.7%)14 (4.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99960 (12.1%)2 (0.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4993 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total497 (100.0%)304 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sparta

Housing Structures in Sparta

Housing Structures in Sparta
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached59574.3%
Single Unit, Attached91.1%
2 Unit Apartments374.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments101.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments8210.2%
10 or more Apartments435.4%
Mobile Home / Other253.1%
Total801100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sparta

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sparta
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached481 (80.8%)114 (19.2%)
Single Unit, Attached3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (52.0%)12 (48.0%)
Total497 (62.1%)304 (38.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sparta

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sparta
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (1.6%)96 (31.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms198 (39.8%)187 (61.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms216 (43.5%)9 (3.0%)
8 or more Rooms73 (14.7%)12 (4.0%)
Total497 (100.0%)304 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sparta

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sparta
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas10 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas98 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity234 (47.1%)231 (76.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene145 (29.2%)51 (16.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels10 (2.0%)22 (7.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total497 (100.0%)304 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sparta

Household Vehicle Usage in Sparta
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle70 (14.1%)68 (22.4%)
1 Vehicle172 (34.6%)159 (52.3%)
2 Vehicles165 (33.2%)51 (16.8%)
3 or more Vehicles90 (18.1%)26 (8.6%)
Total497 (100.0%)304 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sparta

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sparta

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units205292
Median Property Value$161,100$169,200
Median Household Income$38,875$3
Monthly Housing Costs$468$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,384$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sparta

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sparta
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (2.4%)11 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99933 (16.1%)21 (7.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999150 (73.2%)207 (70.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99912 (5.9%)5 (1.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (2.4%)48 (16.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)292 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sparta

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sparta
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (5.4%)27 (9.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99924 (11.7%)3 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (21.0%)34 (11.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99955 (26.8%)36 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (19.5%)112 (38.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (4.9%)26 (8.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (4.9%)58 (19.9%)
$150,000 or more12 (5.9%)20 (6.9%)
Total205 (100.0%)292 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sparta

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sparta
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x35 (17.1%)42,267 (14,475.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x31 (15.1%)44 (15.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x36 (17.6%)62 (21.2%)
4.0x or more103 (50.2%)70 (24.0%)
Total205 (100.0%)292 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sparta

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sparta
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80022 (10.7%)3 (1.0%)
$800 to $1,49990 (43.9%)52 (17.8%)
$800 to $1,49985 (41.5%)136 (46.6%)
Total205 (100.0%)292 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sparta

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparta

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparta
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years248 (93.6%)17 (6.4%)
19 to 25 Years102 (69.4%)45 (30.6%)
26 to 34 Years137 (64.6%)75 (35.4%)
35 to 44 Years60 (36.8%)103 (63.2%)
45 to 54 Years141 (74.6%)48 (25.4%)
55 to 64 Years204 (79.4%)53 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older168 (96.0%)7 (4.0%)
Total1,338 (79.4%)348 (20.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sparta

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sparta
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen248 (93.6%)17 (6.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen102 (69.4%)45 (30.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sparta

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sparta
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000375 (87.8%)52 (12.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999509 (69.6%)222 (30.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999177 (88.5%)23 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999150 (84.8%)27 (15.2%)
$100,000 and over127 (84.1%)24 (15.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparta

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparta
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 660 (88.2%)8 (11.8%)
6 to 18 Years210 (79.2%)48 (18.1%)
19 to 25 Years83 (56.5%)25 (17.0%)
25 to 34 Years61 (28.8%)88 (41.5%)
35 to 44 Years25 (15.3%)35 (21.5%)
45 to 54 Years60 (31.8%)84 (44.4%)
55 to 64 Years79 (30.7%)137 (53.3%)
65 to 74 Years210 (100.0%)144 (68.6%)
75 Years and over168 (96.0%)101 (57.7%)
Total956 (56.7%)670 (39.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sparta

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sparta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (3.7%)9 (8.2%)
18 to 34 Years18 (9.0%)16 (8.6%)
35 to 64 Years50 (18.7%)100 (29.2%)
65 to 74 Years38 (42.7%)19 (15.7%)
75 Years and over61 (89.7%)54 (50.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sparta

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sparta: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (4.1%)31 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years11 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over37 (54.4%)14 (13.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sparta: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.5%)11 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years7 (7.9%)2 (1.7%)
75 Years and over27 (39.7%)5 (4.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sparta: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (3.7%)9 (8.2%)
18 to 34 Years18 (9.0%)13 (7.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (2.2%)37 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years13 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (16.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sparta: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.5%)8 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years24 (9.0%)42 (12.3%)
65 to 74 Years28 (31.5%)17 (14.1%)
75 Years and over46 (67.6%)48 (44.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sparta: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.5%)8 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years13 (4.9%)11 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (4.1%)
75 Years and over24 (35.3%)22 (20.6%)

Technology Access in Sparta

Computing Device Access in Sparta

Computing Device Access in Sparta
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop48760.8%
Smartphone58472.9%
Tablet33842.2%
No Computing Device13817.2%
Total801100.0%

Internet Access in Sparta

Internet Access in Sparta
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.4%
Broadband Home55068.7%
Cellular Data Only577.1%
Satellite Internet253.1%
No Internet18523.1%
Total801100.0%

Sparta Summary

Sparta is a small town located in Alleghany County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is part of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area. The town has a population of approximately 2,000 people, and is the county seat of Alleghany County.

Geography

Sparta is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is part of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area. The town is situated at an elevation of 1,400 feet, and is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains to the east, the Brushy Mountains to the west, and the Appalachian Mountains to the south. The town is located along the banks of the New River, and is approximately 30 miles from the Virginia border.

Economy

Sparta’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, including a dairy farm, a beef cattle farm, and a poultry farm. The town also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sparta was 2,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Sparta was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $35,000. The per capita income for the town was $17,000. About 17.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

History

Sparta was founded in 1790 by settlers from Virginia and North Carolina. The town was named after the ancient Greek city-state of Sparta, and was originally known as “Sparta Town”. The town was incorporated in 1831, and was the county seat of Alleghany County.
In the late 19th century, Sparta was a major center for the production of furniture and textiles. The town was also home to several mills, including a cotton mill, a woolen mill, and a paper mill. The town’s economy declined in the early 20th century, and many of the mills closed.
Today, Sparta is a small town with a population of approximately 2,000 people. The town is home to several small businesses, and is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sparta?
Total Population of Sparta is 1,795.
What is the Total Male Population of Sparta?
Total Male Population of Sparta is 858.
What is the Total Female Population of Sparta?
Total Female Population of Sparta is 937.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sparta?
There are 91.57 Males per 100 Females in Sparta.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sparta?
There are 109.21 Females per 100 Males in Sparta.
What is the Median Population Age in Sparta?
Median Population Age in Sparta is 47.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sparta
Average Family Size in Sparta is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sparta
Average Household Size in Sparta is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sparta?
Per Capita income in Sparta is $21,537.
What is the Median Family Income in Sparta?
Median Family Income in Sparta is $41,304.
What is the Median Household income in Sparta?
Median Household Income in Sparta is $38,045.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sparta?
Income or Wage Gap in Sparta is 26.3%.
Women in Sparta earn 73.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sparta?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sparta is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sparta?
There are 716 People in the Labor Forcein in Sparta.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sparta?
46.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Sparta.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sparta?
Unemployment Rate in Sparta is 4.5%.