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East Sparta, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

East Sparta is a small town in Ohio with a population of 961. Residents earn $74,107 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
961 Population 525/sq mi density
$74,107 Median Income $27,752 per capita
$130,400 Home Value $162,521 Zillow
$861 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$74,107 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,400 home value, $861/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,107
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

How East Sparta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population961
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,107
Per Capita$27,752
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$23,156M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,400
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,521
Housing Units384
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking18.1%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,044 ft (318 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries26

Is East Sparta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Sparta receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. East Sparta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Sparta is $74,107, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Sparta is $130,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

East Sparta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

East Sparta has a population of 961 with a density of 525 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

961
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Sparta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Sparta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Sparta is $74,107, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: East Sparta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,107
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,752
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$69,908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$23,156M

Business (County)

Restaurants795
Healthcare1,021
Retail1,180
Manufacturing464

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Sparta is $130,400, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,521.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,400
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,521
Median List Price$259,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,000
$/Sq Ft$121
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units384
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In East Sparta, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Sparta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,294
Dentists1:1,579
Mental Health1:267
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access73.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,021
East Sparta has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,044 ft (318 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates40.6635°N, 81.3643°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39151
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities1,021
Restaurants795
Retail Stores1,180

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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