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Sparland, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Sparland is a small town in Illinois with a population of 375. Residents earn $45,278 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
375 Population 658/sq mi density
$45,278 Median Income $24,227 per capita
$82,800 Home Value $75,715 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$45,278 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,800 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,278
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population375
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density658/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,278
Per Capita$24,227
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$687M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,715
Housing Units206
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation592 ft (180 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries4

Is Sparland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sparland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sparland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sparland is $45,278, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sparland is $82,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 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

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sparland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sparland has a population of 375 with a density of 658 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

375
Total Population
658
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sparland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sparland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sparland is $45,278, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sparland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,278
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,227
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$70,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)257
County GDP$687M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare17
Retail34
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,460
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sparland is $82,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,715.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,800
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$75,715

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,460
27% above US avg
Effective Rate5.39%
In Sparland, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sparland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death8,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.0%
Healthcare Facilities17
Sparland has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation592 ft (180 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density658/sq mi
Coordinates41.0296°N, 89.4412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17123
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density658/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants34
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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