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Sparta, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Gallatin County County
Sparta, KY
At a Glance
How Sparta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sparta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sparta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sparta residents earn a median household income of $43,250 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,642. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 162 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparta is $105,700 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $237,556. Median rent is $850/month, with 34.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Sparta reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 240/100K.
Education
23.7% of adults in Sparta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sparta has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.