Sparks, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Lincoln County County
Sparks, OK
At a Glance
How Sparks Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sparks's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sparks a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sparks residents earn a median household income of $48,125 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,448. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 731 business establishments, including 52 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparks is $57,300 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $220,536. Median rent is $650/month, with 25.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Education
6.0% of adults in Sparks hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 70.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sparks has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches.