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Sparland, IL
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Sparland, IL
At a Glance
How Sparland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sparland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sparland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sparland residents earn a median household income of $45,278 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,227. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 257 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparland is $82,800 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $75,715. Median rent is $950/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Sparland reports 164 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 873/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in Sparland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sparland has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.