Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area
Sparks is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 149. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sparks receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sparks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sparks is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Sparks is $57,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Sparks is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,176 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Sparks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 89.7% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.3% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,125 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,448 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $976 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,149 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 731 |
| County GDP | $999M |
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 48 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,288 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.99% |
| Commute Time | 33.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $57,300 |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $208,263 |
| Census Median Rent | $650 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,288 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.99% |
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,343/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,176.5/100K |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 588.2/100K |
| Theft | 588.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 857 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 373/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6109°N, 96.8185°W |
| County FIPS | 40081 |
Winner: Republican by 63.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.0% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 70.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 373/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 49.0% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 33.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |