Sparks, NV

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Sparks Overview

108,025
TOTAL POPULATION
55,203
MALE POPULATION
52,822
FEMALE POPULATION
104.51
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.69
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,980
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,739
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$82,938
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,523
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
58,183
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sparks Zip Codes

Sparks Area Codes

Race in Sparks

The most populous races in Sparks are White / Caucasian (69,792 | 64.6%), Hispanic or Latino (36,930 | 34.2%), and Two or more Races (16,777 | 15.5%).
Race in Sparks
Race# Population% Population
Asian5,6085.2%
Black / African American2,1832.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific8410.8%
Hispanic or Latino36,93034.2%
Native / Alaskan1,2831.2%
White / Caucasian69,79264.6%
Two or more Races16,77715.5%
Some other Race11,54110.7%
Total108,025100.0%

Ancestry in Sparks

The most populous ancestries reported in Sparks are Mexican (28,824 | 26.7%), German (12,399 | 11.5%), English (10,938 | 10.1%), Irish (10,050 | 9.3%), and Italian (6,980 | 6.5%), together accounting for 64.0% of all Sparks residents.
Ancestry in Sparks
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1280.1%
Alaska Native620.1%
Aleut220.0%
American2,8612.6%
Apache1640.2%
Arab3790.4%
Arapaho90.0%
Argentinean560.1%
Armenian1230.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac120.0%
Australian580.1%
Austrian1710.2%
Basque3070.3%
Belgian320.0%
Bhutanese3740.4%
Blackfeet140.0%
Bolivian110.0%
Brazilian310.0%
British4560.4%
Burmese3660.3%
Cajun280.0%
Canadian3340.3%
Central American3,2973.0%
Central American Indian100.0%
Cherokee4040.4%
Cheyenne530.1%
Chilean310.0%
Chinese100.0%
Chippewa1280.1%
Choctaw970.1%
Colombian4320.4%
Costa Rican2180.2%
Cree120.0%
Creek670.1%
Croatian2700.3%
Cuban4810.4%
Czech3230.3%
Czechoslovakian1200.1%
Danish6330.6%
Delaware220.0%
Dominican50.0%
Dutch1,2131.1%
Eastern European1420.1%
English10,93810.1%
Ethiopian150.0%
European4,3544.0%
Filipino170.0%
Finnish2210.2%
French2,4282.2%
French American Indian110.0%
French Canadian3940.4%
German12,39911.5%
Ghanaian640.1%
Greek2990.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro810.1%
Guatemalan1,2631.2%
Haitian670.1%
Honduran210.0%
Hopi370.0%
Houma90.0%
Hungarian1710.2%
Indian (Asian)1,1211.0%
Iranian1380.1%
Irish10,0509.3%
Iroquois140.0%
Italian6,9806.5%
Japanese240.0%
Korean4,2864.0%
Latvian510.1%
Lebanese580.1%
Lithuanian1910.2%
Mexican28,82426.7%
Mexican American Indian1,0741.0%
Mongolian120.0%
Native Hawaiian3350.3%
Navajo1060.1%
Nicaraguan2880.3%
Nigerian4160.4%
Northern European7530.7%
Norwegian2,1142.0%
Okinawan90.0%
Paiute2650.3%
Pakistani1510.1%
Panamanian300.0%
Peruvian900.1%
Polish1,4391.3%
Portuguese7210.7%
Pueblo180.0%
Puerto Rican1,1591.1%
Romanian620.1%
Russian5160.5%
Salvadoran1,4711.4%
Samoan6130.6%
Scandinavian6250.6%
Scotch-Irish8810.8%
Scottish1,8491.7%
Seminole1460.1%
Serbian180.0%
Shoshone430.0%
Sioux970.1%
Slavic420.0%
Slovak360.0%
Slovene240.0%
South African160.0%
South American1,0421.0%
South American Indian80.0%
Spaniard2360.2%
Spanish6390.6%
Sri Lankan4830.4%
Subsaharan African6800.6%
Swedish1,6871.6%
Swiss4160.4%
Thai5120.5%
Tlingit-Haida170.0%
Tongan2410.2%
Turkish220.0%
Ukrainian1840.2%
Uruguayan4010.4%
Venezuelan210.0%
Welsh6100.6%
Yaqui340.0%
Yugoslavian790.1%
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Immigrants in Sparks

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sparks came from Latin America (12,004 | 11.1%), Central America (10,860 | 10.1%), Mexico (8,908 | 8.3%), Asia (3,863 | 3.6%), and South Eastern Asia (2,831 | 2.6%), together accounting for 35.6% of all Sparks residents.
Immigrants in Sparks
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3170.3%
Argentina380.0%
Asia3,8633.6%
Belarus260.0%
Belgium100.0%
Bolivia110.0%
Brazil80.0%
Cambodia110.0%
Cameroon350.0%
Canada2890.3%
Caribbean3830.4%
Central America10,86010.1%
Chile100.0%
China3410.3%
Colombia2460.2%
Costa Rica1710.2%
Cuba2960.3%
Czechoslovakia90.0%
Denmark50.0%
Eastern Africa1000.1%
Eastern Asia6360.6%
Eastern Europe3180.3%
El Salvador8970.8%
England1410.1%
Ethiopia360.0%
Europe7730.7%
France240.0%
Germany1430.1%
Ghana430.0%
Guatemala7070.6%
Haiti870.1%
Honduras160.0%
Hong Kong570.1%
India2530.2%
Iran640.1%
Ireland800.1%
Japan590.1%
Korea2360.2%
Latin America12,00411.1%
Latvia130.0%
Mexico8,9088.3%
Middle Africa350.0%
Nicaragua1470.1%
Nigeria490.1%
Northern Africa90.0%
Northern Europe2780.3%
Oceania650.1%
Pakistan80.0%
Panama140.0%
Peru760.1%
Philippines2,3542.2%
Poland360.0%
Romania540.1%
Russia450.0%
Scotland170.0%
Singapore140.0%
Somalia530.1%
South Africa220.0%
South America7610.7%
South Central Asia3360.3%
South Eastern Asia2,8312.6%
Sri Lanka110.0%
Taiwan690.1%
Thailand730.1%
Turkey110.0%
Ukraine1350.1%
Uruguay3070.3%
Venezuela650.1%
Vietnam3790.4%
Western Africa1510.1%
Western Asia600.1%
Western Europe1770.2%
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Sex and Age in Sparks

Sex and Age in Sparks

The most populous age groups in Sparks are 30 to 34 Years (4,484 | 8.1%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (3,946 | 7.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sparks
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,863 (7.0%)2,914 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years4,201 (7.6%)3,139 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years3,908 (7.1%)3,597 (6.8%)
15 to 19 Years3,096 (5.6%)3,175 (6.0%)
20 to 24 Years4,139 (7.5%)3,422 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Years3,877 (7.0%)3,690 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years4,484 (8.1%)3,946 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Years3,103 (5.6%)3,383 (6.4%)
40 to 44 Years3,934 (7.1%)3,881 (7.3%)
45 to 49 Years3,667 (6.6%)3,191 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years3,766 (6.8%)3,480 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years2,857 (5.2%)2,824 (5.3%)
60 to 64 Years2,873 (5.2%)2,893 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years2,248 (4.1%)3,005 (5.7%)
70 to 74 Years2,260 (4.1%)2,490 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years1,402 (2.5%)1,541 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years745 (1.3%)926 (1.8%)
85 Years and over780 (1.4%)1,325 (2.5%)
Total55,203 (100.0%)52,822 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sparks

Median Family Size in Sparks

The median family size in Sparks is 3.19 persons per family, with married-couple families (18,809 | 69.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.26 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (5,440 | 20.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sparks
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple18,809 (69.4%)3.26
Single Male/Father2,844 (10.5%)3.13
Single Female/Mother5,440 (20.1%)2.97
Total Families27,093 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in Sparks

The median household size in Sparks is 2.67 persons per household, with single male/father households (2,844 | 7.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (13,232 | 32.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.36 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sparks
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple18,809 (46.6%)3.29
Single Male/Father2,844 (7.0%)3.52
Single Female/Mother5,440 (13.5%)3.28
Non-family13,232 (32.8%)1.36
Total Households40,325 (100.0%)2.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sparks

Out of a total of 40,325 households in Sparks, 27,093 (67.2%) are family households, while 13,232 (32.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 10,513, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10,026.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sparks
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-10,026 (24.9%)
2-Person Households10,513 (26.1%)2,387 (5.9%)
3-Person Households6,166 (15.3%)506 (1.3%)
4-Person Households5,744 (14.2%)270 (0.7%)
5-Person Households2,521 (6.2%)43 (0.1%)
6-Person Households1,347 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households802 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27,093 (67.2%)13,232 (32.8%)

Female Fertility in Sparks

Fertility by Age in Sparks

Average fertility rate in Sparks is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 95.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sparks
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years54 (3.4%)17.0
20 to 34 years1,052 (65.5%)95.0
35 to 50 years501 (31.2%)45.0
Total1,607 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sparks

51.3% of women with births (1,607) in Sparks are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sparks
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years436 (41.4%)616 (58.6%)
35 to 50 years389 (77.6%)112 (22.4%)
Total824 (51.3%)783 (48.7%)

Fertility by Education in Sparks

Average fertility rate in Sparks is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 92.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 36.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sparks
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School202 (12.6%)41.0
High School Diploma294 (18.3%)50.0
College or Associate's Degree592 (36.8%)68.0
Bachelor's Degree342 (21.3%)86.0
Graduate Degree177 (11.0%)92.0
Total1,607 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sparks

48.7% of women with births in Sparks are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 93.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 67.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sparks
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School67 (33.2%)135 (66.8%)
High School Diploma97 (33.0%)197 (67.0%)
College or Associate's Degree254 (42.9%)338 (57.1%)
Bachelor's Degree241 (70.5%)101 (29.5%)
Graduate Degree166 (93.8%)11 (6.2%)
Total824 (51.3%)783 (48.7%)

Income in Sparks

Income Overview in Sparks

Per Capita Income in Sparks is $37,980, while median incomes of families and households are $95,739 and $82,938 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income108,025$37,980
Median Family Income27,093$95,739
Mean Family Income27,093$113,918
Median Household Income40,325$82,938
Mean Household Income40,325$100,172
Income Deficit27,093$8,523
Wage / Income Gap (%)108,02527.82%
Wage / Income Gap ($)108,02572.18¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index108,0250.40

Earnings by Sex in Sparks

Average Earnings in Sparks are $42,501, $48,318 for men and $34,876 for women, a difference of 27.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Sparks
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male32,700 (54.8%)$48,318
Female26,913 (45.2%)$34,876
Total59,613 (100.0%)$42,501

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sparks

The most common earnings brackets in Sparks are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (4,474 | 13.7%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (2,138 | 7.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sparks
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,033 (3.2%)1,395 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999632 (1.9%)914 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499662 (2.0%)825 (3.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999626 (1.9%)897 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499939 (2.9%)1,100 (4.1%)
$12,500 to $14,999371 (1.1%)1,156 (4.3%)
$15,000 to $17,499439 (1.3%)576 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,999846 (2.6%)722 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,499450 (1.4%)902 (3.4%)
$22,500 to $24,999762 (2.3%)1,126 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,967 (6.0%)1,942 (7.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,814 (5.6%)1,943 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,949 (6.0%)1,364 (5.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,128 (6.5%)2,043 (7.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,174 (6.7%)1,808 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,673 (5.1%)1,014 (3.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9993,527 (10.8%)2,138 (7.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,771 (5.4%)1,505 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,474 (13.7%)1,859 (6.9%)
$100,000+4,463 (13.7%)1,684 (6.3%)
Total32,700 (100.0%)26,913 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sparks

Average earnings in Sparks are $54,343 for men and $41,084 for women, a difference of 24.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $89,879, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $43,156. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,841, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,558.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sparks
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$43,156$27,558
High School Diploma$45,395$35,271
College or Associate's Degree$57,160$40,897
Bachelor's Degree$78,225$48,807
Graduate Degree$89,879$65,841
Total$54,343$41,084

Family Income in Sparks

Family Income Brackets in Sparks

According to the Sparks family income data, there are 7,315 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 298 families (1.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sparks
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003791.4%
$10,000 to $14,9992981.1%
$15,000 to $24,9998403.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991,2464.6%
$35,000 to $49,9992,4389.0%
$50,000 to $74,9994,41616.3%
$75,000 to $99,9994,57916.9%
$100,000 to $149,9997,31527.0%
$150,000 to $199,9993,17011.7%
$200,000+2,4118.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sparks

5-person families (2,466 | 9.1%) account for the highest median family income in Sparks with $121,167 per family, while 2-person families (11,652 | 43.0%) have the highest median income of $43,950 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sparks
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families11,652 (43.0%)$87,900
3-Person Families5,895 (21.8%)$96,205
4-Person Families5,335 (19.7%)$108,087
5-Person Families2,466 (9.1%)$121,167
6-Person Families1,085 (4.0%)$85,341
7+ Person Families660 (2.4%)$118,913
Total27,093 (100.0%)$95,739

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sparks

The median family income in Sparks is $95,739, with families comprising 3+ earners (4,472) having the highest median family income of $142,643, while families with no earners (3,501) have the lowest median family income of $63,629, accounting for 16.5% and 12.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sparks
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3,501 (12.9%)$63,629
1 Earner8,722 (32.2%)$67,789
2 Earners10,398 (38.4%)$109,429
3+ Earners4,472 (16.5%)$142,643
Total27,093 (100.0%)$95,739

Household Income in Sparks

Household Income Brackets in Sparks

With 8,952 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Sparks, accounting for 22.2% of all households. In contrast, only 887 households (2.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sparks
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,1692.9%
$10,000 to $14,9998872.2%
$15,000 to $24,9992,0575.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992,4206.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994,47611.1%
$50,000 to $74,9997,21817.9%
$75,000 to $99,9996,25015.5%
$100,000 to $149,9998,95222.2%
$150,000 to $199,9994,03210.0%
$200,000+2,8637.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sparks

The median household income in Sparks is $82,938, with the highest median household income of $95,011 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 13,673 households (33.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $61,078, with 1,873 households (4.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sparks
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,873 (4.6%)$61,078
25 to 44 Years14,796 (36.7%)$88,835
45 to 64 Years13,673 (33.9%)$95,011
65+ Years9,983 (24.8%)$62,163
Total40,325 (100.0%)$82,938

Poverty in Sparks

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparks

With 7.6% poverty level for males and 9.4% for females among the residents of Sparks, 12 to 14 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 503 males (22.9%) and 717 females (15.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparks
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years301 (8.1%)253 (9.0%)
5 Years165 (14.6%)27 (5.2%)
6 to 11 Years681 (14.5%)426 (11.0%)
12 to 14 Years503 (22.9%)147 (6.6%)
15 Years56 (8.6%)18 (4.1%)
16 and 17 Years148 (12.0%)202 (14.0%)
18 to 24 Years308 (5.8%)717 (15.2%)
25 to 34 Years394 (4.7%)811 (10.6%)
35 to 44 Years555 (7.9%)614 (8.5%)
45 to 54 Years254 (3.4%)385 (5.8%)
55 to 64 Years454 (8.0%)496 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years178 (4.0%)371 (6.8%)
75 Years and over153 (5.3%)486 (13.1%)
Total4,150 (7.6%)4,953 (9.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparks

According to the poverty statistics in Sparks, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.6% of males and 95.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sparks
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,397 (91.9%)2,550 (91.0%)
5 Years962 (85.4%)493 (94.8%)
6 to 11 Years4,012 (85.5%)3,437 (89.0%)
12 to 14 Years1,690 (77.1%)2,079 (93.4%)
15 Years597 (91.4%)419 (95.9%)
16 and 17 Years1,080 (87.9%)1,241 (86.0%)
18 to 24 Years5,045 (94.3%)3,999 (84.8%)
25 to 34 Years7,957 (95.3%)6,824 (89.4%)
35 to 44 Years6,480 (92.1%)6,650 (91.5%)
45 to 54 Years7,165 (96.6%)6,275 (94.2%)
55 to 64 Years5,257 (92.0%)5,221 (91.3%)
65 to 74 Years4,311 (96.0%)5,086 (93.2%)
75 Years and over2,705 (94.7%)3,237 (87.0%)
Total50,658 (92.4%)47,511 (90.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sparks

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sparks show that 3.8% or 717 of the total 18,809 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 33.3%, comprising of 55 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.6%, which includes 287 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sparks
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children10,535 (97.4%)287 (2.6%)
1 or 2 Children5,634 (96.1%)231 (3.9%)
3 or 4 Children1,813 (92.6%)144 (7.4%)
5 or more Children110 (66.7%)55 (33.3%)
Total18,092 (96.2%)717 (3.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sparks

According to the poverty data in Sparks, 4.0% or 114 single-father households and 14.5% or 788 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 93 households (6.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sparks
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children21 (1.8%)84 (4.2%)
1 or 2 Children93 (6.2%)396 (14.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)242 (45.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
Total114 (4.0%)788 (14.5%)

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

The poverty data for Sparks shows that 717 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 902 of the single-parent households (10.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 households (33.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 household (62.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sparks
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children287 (2.6%)105 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children231 (3.9%)489 (11.3%)
3 or 4 Children144 (7.4%)242 (35.2%)
5 or more Children55 (33.3%)66 (62.9%)
Total717 (3.8%)902 (10.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Sparks

Employment by Class of Employer in Sparks

Among the 53,689 employed individuals in Sparks, private company employees (40,084 | 74.7%), local government employees (3,714 | 6.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (2,857 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sparks
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40,08474.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,3512.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,1554.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,8575.3%
Local Government Employees3,7146.9%
State Government Employees2,1824.1%
Federal Government Employees1,2962.4%
Unpaid Family Workers500.1%
Total53,689100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sparks

According to the labor force statistics for Sparks, out of the total population over 16 years of age (85,312), 68.2% or 58,183 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 3,549 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 90.9% or 6,878 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.8% or 628 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sparks
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,756 (53.2%)628 (22.8%)
20 to 24 Years6,676 (88.3%)681 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years6,878 (90.9%)365 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Years7,309 (86.7%)439 (6.0%)
35 to 44 Years11,727 (82.0%)422 (3.6%)
45 to 54 Years12,299 (87.2%)332 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years4,130 (72.7%)248 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years3,315 (57.5%)50 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,541 (25.4%)315 (12.4%)
75 Years and over511 (7.6%)42 (8.2%)
Total58,183 (68.2%)3,549 (6.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sparks

According to labor force statistics for Sparks, 81.8% of individuals (45,684) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (55,849) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 1,873 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 85.9% or 12,181 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.0% or 498 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sparks
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6,225 (75.0%)664 (8.0%)
High School Diploma12,245 (82.6%)563 (3.8%)
College / Associate Degree15,021 (81.0%)742 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12,181 (85.9%)354 (2.5%)
Total45,684 (81.8%)2,290 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sparks

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sparks are Management (5,373 | 9.9%), Community & Social Service (4,462 | 8.2%), Business & Financial (2,672 | 4.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2,650 | 4.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (2,399 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sparks

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sparks, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (74.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (75.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (73.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sparks
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,117 (58.0%)2,256 (42.0%)
Business & Financial1,155 (43.2%)1,517 (56.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,037 (76.9%)613 (23.1%)
Computers & Mathematics635 (74.2%)221 (25.8%)
Architecture & Engineering1,225 (83.6%)240 (16.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science177 (53.8%)152 (46.2%)
Community & Social Service 1,454 (32.6%)3,008 (67.4%)
Education, Arts & Media386 (44.9%)473 (55.1%)
Legal Services & Support151 (37.7%)250 (62.3%)
Education Instruction & Library649 (27.1%)1,750 (73.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment268 (33.4%)535 (66.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating628 (26.5%)1,740 (73.5%)
Health Technologists425 (24.6%)1,304 (75.4%)
Total (Category)8,391 (47.9%)9,134 (52.1%)
Total (Overall)29,800 (54.7%)24,667 (45.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sparks are Food Preparation & Serving (3,424 | 6.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,135 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (1,696 | 3.1%), Healthcare Support (1,225 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (1,119 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Sparks

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sparks, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.1%), Security & Protection (84.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (80.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.2%), Personal Care & Service (77.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sparks
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support157 (12.8%)1,068 (87.2%)
Security & Protection942 (84.2%)177 (15.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention517 (80.5%)125 (19.5%)
Law Enforcement425 (89.1%)52 (10.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,623 (47.4%)1,801 (52.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,091 (51.1%)1,044 (48.9%)
Personal Care & Service389 (22.9%)1,307 (77.1%)
Total (Category)4,202 (43.8%)5,397 (56.2%)
Total (Overall)29,800 (54.7%)24,667 (45.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sparks are Office & Administration (6,227 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (5,311 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sparks

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sparks
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,851 (53.7%)2,460 (46.3%)
Office & Administration1,864 (29.9%)4,363 (70.1%)
Total (Category)4,715 (40.9%)6,823 (59.1%)
Total (Overall)29,800 (54.7%)24,667 (45.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sparks are Construction & Extraction (3,565 | 6.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,050 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (50 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sparks

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sparks
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry42 (84.0%)8 (16.0%)
Construction & Extraction3,492 (98.0%)73 (2.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,958 (95.5%)92 (4.5%)
Total (Category)5,492 (97.0%)173 (3.0%)
Total (Overall)29,800 (54.7%)24,667 (45.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sparks are Production (4,556 | 8.4%), Material Moving (3,678 | 6.8%), and Transportation (1,906 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sparks

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sparks
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3,029 (66.5%)1,527 (33.5%)
Transportation1,667 (87.5%)239 (12.5%)
Material Moving2,304 (62.6%)1,374 (37.4%)
Total (Category)7,000 (69.0%)3,140 (31.0%)
Total (Overall)29,800 (54.7%)24,667 (45.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sparks

Employment Industries in Sparks

The major employment industries in Sparks include Manufacturing (6,454 | 11.8%), Retail Trade (6,329 | 11.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (5,466 | 10.0%), Construction (4,758 | 8.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (4,306 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Sparks

Employment Industries by Sex in Sparks

The Sparks industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (91.2%), Construction (89.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (82.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (83.0%), Educational Services (70.8%), and Finance & Insurance (63.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sparks
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting123 (82.0%)27 (18.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction155 (91.2%)15 (8.8%)
Construction4,264 (89.6%)494 (10.4%)
Manufacturing4,428 (68.6%)2,026 (31.4%)
Wholesale Trade1,322 (70.5%)553 (29.5%)
Retail Trade3,316 (52.4%)3,013 (47.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,968 (68.9%)1,338 (31.1%)
Utilities238 (52.5%)215 (47.5%)
Information485 (61.6%)303 (38.5%)
Finance & Insurance614 (36.2%)1,080 (63.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing664 (48.4%)708 (51.6%)
Professional & Scientific1,532 (59.2%)1,056 (40.8%)
Enterprise Management20 (44.4%)25 (55.6%)
Administrative & Support1,508 (56.4%)1,166 (43.6%)
Educational Services1,051 (29.2%)2,546 (70.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance930 (17.0%)4,536 (83.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,368 (56.9%)1,035 (43.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,866 (43.8%)2,392 (56.2%)
Public Administration1,331 (53.6%)1,153 (46.4%)
Total29,800 (54.7%)24,667 (45.3%)

Education in Sparks

School Enrollment in Sparks

The most common levels of schooling among the 26,585 students in Sparks are elementary school (5,831 | 21.9%), middle school (5,800 | 21.8%), and high school (5,478 | 20.6%).
School Enrollment in Sparks
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,2874.8%
Kindergarten1,4305.4%
Elementary School5,83121.9%
Middle School5,80021.8%
High School5,47820.6%
College / Undergraduate5,42920.4%
Graduate / Professional1,3305.0%
Total26,585100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sparks

Out of a total of 26,585 students who are enrolled in schools in Sparks, 3,509 (13.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 23,076 (86.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 505 (48.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,397 (93.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sparks
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds547 (52.0%)505 (48.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old6,233 (88.7%)796 (11.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds6,742 (91.4%)632 (8.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,397 (93.8%)223 (6.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,382 (91.9%)121 (8.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds2,097 (87.8%)292 (12.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,495 (77.4%)436 (22.6%)
35 Years and over1,191 (70.6%)496 (29.4%)
Total23,076 (86.8%)3,509 (13.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sparks

Business (3,947 | 20.1%), education (2,756 | 14.0%), science & technology (2,081 | 10.6%), engineering (1,761 | 8.9%), and arts & humanities (1,639 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 19,667 individuals in Sparks who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sparks
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics6613.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,1425.8%
Physical & Health Sciences8654.4%
Psychology8414.3%
Social Sciences1,2816.5%
Engineering1,7618.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies1710.9%
Science & Technology2,08110.6%
Business3,94720.1%
Education2,75614.0%
Literature & Languages6123.1%
Liberal Arts & History7894.0%
Visual & Performing Arts4422.2%
Communications6793.5%
Arts & Humanities1,6398.3%
Total19,667100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sparks

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sparks

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sparks are males with 2 vehicles (12,121, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (9,615, making up 50.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sparks
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle710 (2.4%)380 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle5,030 (17.0%)4,439 (18.4%)
2 Vehicles12,121 (40.9%)9,615 (39.9%)
3 Vehicles6,220 (21.0%)5,453 (22.7%)
4 Vehicles3,951 (13.4%)3,043 (12.6%)
5 or more Vehicles1,573 (5.3%)1,146 (4.8%)
Total29,605 (100.0%)24,076 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sparks

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sparks are 15 to 19 minutes (9,655 commuters, 19.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (8,844 commuters, 17.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (7,382 commuters, 14.8%).
Commute Time in Sparks
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6911.4%
5 to 9 Minutes4,5299.1%
10 to 14 Minutes7,31314.7%
15 to 19 Minutes9,65519.4%
20 to 24 Minutes8,84417.8%
25 to 29 Minutes4,0788.2%
30 to 34 Minutes7,38214.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1,6173.3%
40 to 44 Minutes1,0892.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2,3634.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1,2272.5%
90 or more Minutes9391.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Sparks

The most common commute times in Sparks are 15 to 19 minutes (5,358 commuters, 19.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (4,297 commuters, 19.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sparks
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes288 (1.0%)403 (1.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes2,436 (8.8%)2,093 (9.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes3,758 (13.6%)3,555 (16.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes5,358 (19.3%)4,297 (19.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes5,063 (18.2%)3,781 (17.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,343 (8.5%)1,735 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes3,860 (13.9%)3,522 (16.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes995 (3.6%)622 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes584 (2.1%)505 (2.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,660 (6.0%)703 (3.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes745 (2.7%)482 (2.2%)
90 or more Minutes651 (2.4%)288 (1.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sparks

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sparks are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,900, 14.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,096, 14.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sparks
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,184 (7.9%)998 (4.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,288 (4.6%)928 (4.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,674 (9.6%)1,333 (6.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,321 (12.0%)1,348 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,164 (11.4%)2,018 (9.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,900 (14.1%)3,096 (14.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2,462 (8.9%)2,865 (13.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,353 (4.9%)2,082 (9.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM959 (3.5%)1,058 (4.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,190 (4.3%)1,340 (6.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM573 (2.1%)908 (4.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM237 (0.9%)159 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,015 (7.3%)2,004 (9.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,421 (8.7%)1,849 (8.4%)
Total27,741 (100.0%)21,986 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sparks

Occupancy by Ownership in Sparks

Of the total 40,325 dwellings in Sparks, owner-occupied units account for 23,952 (59.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 16,373 (40.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sparks
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units23,95259.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units16,37340.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units40,325100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sparks

Occupancy by Household Size in Sparks
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10,02624.9%
2-Person Household12,90032.0%
3-Person Household6,67216.6%
4+ Person Household10,72726.6%
Total Housing Units40,325100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sparks

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sparks
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household4,844 (48.3%)5,182 (51.7%)
2-Person Household8,541 (66.2%)4,359 (33.8%)
3-Person Household3,950 (59.2%)2,722 (40.8%)
4+ Person Household6,617 (61.7%)4,110 (38.3%)
Total Housing Units23,952 (59.4%)16,373 (40.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sparks

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sparks
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,881 (45.3%)2,273 (54.7%)
High School Diploma4,535 (50.8%)4,388 (49.2%)
College/Associate Degree9,023 (59.1%)6,233 (40.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8,513 (71.0%)3,479 (29.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sparks

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sparks
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8,95922.2%
35 to 44 Years7,71019.1%
45 to 54 Years7,25918.0%
55 to 64 Years6,41415.9%
65 to 74 Years5,87114.6%
75 to 84 Years2,9397.3%
85 Years and Over1,1732.9%
Total40,325100.0%

Housing Finances in Sparks

Median Income by Occupancy in Sparks

Median Income by Occupancy in Sparks
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied23,952 (59.4%)$99,154
Renter-Occupied16,373 (40.6%)$60,549
Average40,325 (100.0%)$82,938

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sparks

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sparks
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000453 (1.9%)325 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999136 (0.6%)247 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999235 (1.0%)663 (4.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999394 (1.6%)482 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $24,999384 (1.6%)785 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999967 (4.0%)1,451 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,914 (8.0%)2,562 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,732 (15.6%)3,498 (21.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,893 (16.3%)2,344 (14.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9996,226 (26.0%)2,709 (16.6%)
$150,000 or more5,618 (23.5%)1,307 (8.0%)
Total23,952 (100.0%)16,373 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sparks

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sparks
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300987 (4.1%)150 (0.9%)
$300 to $4992,459 (10.3%)185 (1.1%)
$500 to $7992,877 (12.0%)906 (5.5%)
$800 to $9991,275 (5.3%)1,412 (8.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4993,972 (16.6%)5,103 (31.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9994,792 (20.0%)5,124 (31.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,701 (15.4%)1,944 (11.9%)
$2,500 to $2,9992,311 (9.7%)862 (5.3%)
$3,000 or more1,578 (6.6%)355 (2.2%)
Total23,952 (100.0%)16,373 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sparks

Housing Structures in Sparks

Housing Structures in Sparks
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached25,84664.1%
Single Unit, Attached2,0595.1%
2 Unit Apartments8192.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,0895.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,2718.1%
10 or more Apartments5,44613.5%
Mobile Home / Other7952.0%
Total40,325100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sparks

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sparks
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached20,701 (80.1%)5,145 (19.9%)
Single Unit, Attached1,028 (49.9%)1,031 (50.1%)
2 Unit Apartments338 (41.3%)481 (58.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments628 (30.1%)1,461 (69.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments331 (10.1%)2,940 (89.9%)
10 or more Apartments282 (5.2%)5,164 (94.8%)
Mobile Home / Other644 (81.0%)151 (19.0%)
Total23,952 (59.4%)16,373 (40.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sparks

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sparks
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room218 (0.9%)829 (5.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms797 (3.3%)5,190 (31.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms7,676 (32.1%)6,517 (39.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms9,829 (41.0%)2,778 (17.0%)
8 or more Rooms5,432 (22.7%)1,059 (6.5%)
Total23,952 (100.0%)16,373 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sparks

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sparks
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas18,532 (77.4%)9,638 (58.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas444 (1.8%)255 (1.6%)
Electricity4,663 (19.5%)6,201 (37.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene113 (0.5%)120 (0.7%)
Coal or Coke4 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels122 (0.5%)26 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used74 (0.3%)133 (0.8%)
Total23,952 (100.0%)16,373 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sparks

Household Vehicle Usage in Sparks
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle416 (1.7%)1,646 (10.1%)
1 Vehicle5,679 (23.7%)6,246 (38.2%)
2 Vehicles10,169 (42.5%)6,220 (38.0%)
3 or more Vehicles7,688 (32.1%)2,261 (13.8%)
Total23,952 (100.0%)16,373 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sparks

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sparks

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6,73517,217
Median Property Value$388,900$433,900
Median Household Income$76,182$4,574
Monthly Housing Costs$502$1,568
Real Estate Taxes$2,008$634

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sparks

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sparks
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000507 (7.5%)191 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999156 (2.3%)66 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,455 (21.6%)2,688 (15.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,929 (43.5%)8,939 (51.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,175 (17.4%)4,398 (25.5%)
$750,000 to $999,999284 (4.2%)781 (4.5%)
$1,000,000 or more229 (3.4%)154 (0.9%)
Total6,735 (100.0%)17,217 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sparks

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sparks
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000285 (4.2%)130 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999545 (8.1%)304 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999598 (8.9%)468 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999901 (13.4%)369 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,021 (15.2%)1,013 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999939 (13.9%)2,711 (15.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,402 (20.8%)2,954 (17.2%)
$150,000 or more1,044 (15.5%)4,824 (28.0%)
Total6,735 (100.0%)17,217 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sparks

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sparks
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,061 (15.8%)106,620 (619.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x799 (11.9%)1,345 (7.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x861 (12.8%)3,928 (22.8%)
4.0x or more3,911 (58.1%)3,829 (22.2%)
Total6,735 (100.0%)17,217 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sparks

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sparks
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,298 (19.3%)96 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,4991,136 (16.9%)2,217 (12.9%)
$800 to $1,4993,743 (55.6%)3,222 (18.7%)
Total6,735 (100.0%)17,217 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sparks

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparks

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparks
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years8,145 (96.4%)308 (3.6%)
6 to 18 Years17,324 (93.9%)1,120 (6.1%)
19 to 25 Years8,817 (87.6%)1,253 (12.4%)
26 to 34 Years12,186 (84.7%)2,207 (15.3%)
35 to 44 Years11,918 (83.8%)2,313 (16.3%)
45 to 54 Years11,849 (84.2%)2,219 (15.8%)
55 to 64 Years10,458 (91.5%)970 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years9,890 (99.4%)56 (0.6%)
75 Years and older6,444 (97.9%)137 (2.1%)
Total97,031 (90.2%)10,583 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sparks

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sparks
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born8,145 (96.4%)308 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen17,324 (93.9%)1,120 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen8,817 (87.6%)1,253 (12.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sparks

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sparks
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,503 (84.7%)997 (15.3%)
$25,000 to $49,99912,444 (83.8%)2,411 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99915,444 (87.5%)2,200 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99915,830 (91.3%)1,515 (8.7%)
$100,000 and over47,761 (93.2%)3,455 (6.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparks

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sparks
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 63,098 (36.6%)5,673 (67.1%)
6 to 18 Years6,037 (32.7%)12,201 (66.1%)
19 to 25 Years920 (9.1%)8,106 (80.5%)
25 to 34 Years2,266 (15.7%)10,801 (75.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,633 (11.5%)11,001 (77.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,354 (9.6%)10,947 (77.8%)
55 to 64 Years2,273 (19.9%)8,951 (78.3%)
65 to 74 Years9,372 (94.2%)5,504 (55.3%)
75 Years and over6,388 (97.1%)3,533 (53.7%)
Total33,341 (31.0%)76,717 (71.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sparks

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sparks
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (3.3%)80 (2.8%)
5 to 17 Years722 (7.2%)941 (10.9%)
18 to 34 Years1,273 (9.3%)784 (6.4%)
35 to 64 Years2,113 (10.5%)2,204 (11.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,158 (25.8%)1,289 (23.6%)
75 Years and over1,412 (49.4%)1,946 (52.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sparks

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sparks: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (3.3%)73 (2.5%)
5 to 17 Years90 (0.9%)187 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years268 (2.0%)158 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years672 (3.3%)570 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years733 (16.3%)211 (3.9%)
75 Years and over935 (32.7%)686 (18.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sparks: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years39 (1.0%)80 (2.8%)
5 to 17 Years217 (2.2%)239 (2.8%)
18 to 34 Years277 (2.0%)189 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years545 (2.7%)492 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years173 (3.8%)242 (4.4%)
75 Years and over160 (5.6%)545 (14.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sparks: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years606 (6.1%)705 (8.2%)
18 to 34 Years859 (6.3%)421 (3.4%)
35 to 64 Years681 (3.4%)704 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years137 (3.0%)348 (6.4%)
75 Years and over253 (8.8%)427 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sparks: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years89 (0.9%)329 (3.8%)
18 to 34 Years113 (0.8%)61 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years988 (4.9%)1,413 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years398 (8.9%)945 (17.3%)
75 Years and over812 (28.4%)1,445 (38.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sparks: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years160 (1.6%)218 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years254 (1.9%)121 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years358 (1.8%)527 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years90 (2.0%)97 (1.8%)
75 Years and over331 (11.6%)479 (12.9%)

Technology Access in Sparks

Computing Device Access in Sparks

Computing Device Access in Sparks
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop33,51883.1%
Smartphone36,50990.5%
Tablet26,35165.3%
No Computing Device1,1983.0%
Total40,325100.0%

Internet Access in Sparks

Internet Access in Sparks
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet930.2%
Broadband Home31,83578.9%
Cellular Data Only3,9969.9%
Satellite Internet3,8859.6%
No Internet3,2428.0%
Total40,325100.0%

Sparks Summary

Sparks, Nevada is a city located in Washoe County, in the northwestern part of the state. It is part of the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area, and is located just east of Reno. The city has a population of approximately 100,000 people, making it the fifth-largest city in the state.

Geography

Sparks is located in the Truckee Meadows region of the Great Basin, at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The city is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and is surrounded by mountains on all sides. The Truckee River runs through the city, and is a major source of water for the area. The city is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

Sparks is a major economic center in the region, and is home to a variety of businesses and industries. The city is home to several large employers, including the University of Nevada, Reno, the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority, and the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing and technology companies, including Tesla Motors, Panasonic, and Microsoft.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sparks was 97,988. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 4.2% African American, 1.2% Native American, 5.3% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, and 8.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 19.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Sparks was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $60,945. The per capita income for the city was $25,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

History

Sparks was founded in 1904, when the Southern Pacific Railroad built a rail line through the area. The city was named after John Sparks, the Governor of Nevada at the time. The city quickly grew, and by the 1920s, it was a major hub for the region. The city was home to a number of industries, including a large copper smelter, a sugar beet factory, and a number of other businesses.
In the 1950s, the city began to experience a period of growth and development. The city was home to a number of new businesses, including a number of casinos and resorts. The city also became a major transportation hub, with the completion of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport in the late 1960s.
Today, Sparks is a thriving city, with a diverse economy and a vibrant culture. The city is home to a number of attractions, including the Sparks Marina Park, the Sparks Heritage Museum, and the Sparks Nugget Casino. The city is also home to a number of festivals and events, including the Hot August Nights car show and the Great Reno Balloon Race.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sparks?
Total Population of Sparks is 108,025.
What is the Total Male Population of Sparks?
Total Male Population of Sparks is 55,203.
What is the Total Female Population of Sparks?
Total Female Population of Sparks is 52,822.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sparks?
There are 104.51 Males per 100 Females in Sparks.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sparks?
There are 95.69 Females per 100 Males in Sparks.
What is the Median Population Age in Sparks?
Median Population Age in Sparks is 37.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sparks
Average Family Size in Sparks is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sparks
Average Household Size in Sparks is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sparks?
Per Capita income in Sparks is $37,980.
What is the Median Family Income in Sparks?
Median Family Income in Sparks is $95,739.
What is the Median Household income in Sparks?
Median Household Income in Sparks is $82,938.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sparks?
Income or Wage Gap in Sparks is 27.8%.
Women in Sparks earn 72.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sparks?
Family Income Deficit in Sparks is $8,523.
Families that are below poverty line in Sparks earn $8,523 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sparks?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sparks is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sparks?
There are 58,183 People in the Labor Forcein in Sparks.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sparks?
68.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Sparks.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sparks?
Unemployment Rate in Sparks is 6.1%.