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Sparta, MO

Missouri

Sparta is a small town in Missouri with a population of 2,378. Residents earn $61,630 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,378 Population 1,918/sq mi density
$61,630 Median Income $26,828 per capita
$167,400 Home Value $254,402 Zillow
$778 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
52 Violent Crime/100K 929 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,630 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,400 home value, $778/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
52 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,630
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,400
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 52/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,378
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1,918/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,630
Per Capita$26,828
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty7.0%
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,400
Rent$778
Ownership66.4%
Zillow$254,402
Housing Units1,049
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

F
Violent52/100K
Property929/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault52/100K
Burglary258/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking17.6%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband84.6%
EV Stations4

Is Sparta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sparta receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Sparta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sparta is $61,630, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sparta is $167,400, 41% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sparta is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 929 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sparta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sparta has a population of 2,378 with a density of 1,918 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,378
Total Population
1,918
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sparta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sparta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sparta is $61,630, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,828 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 4.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sparta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,630
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sparta is $167,400, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,402, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,049 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. 23.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,400
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,402
Median List Price$404,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$404,000
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.4%
Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%
Housing Units1,049
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

In Sparta, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 17.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.9% report binge drinking. 28.5% are physically inactive. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits61.2%

Food & Exercise

Sparta has a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 51.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 929 per 100,000, 53% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 568, burglary at 258, vehicle theft at 103 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Sparta receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Sparta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent51.6/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault51.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property929.3/100K
53% below US avg
Burglary258.1/100K
Theft567.9/100K
Vehicle Theft103.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sparta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,918/sq mi
Coordinates37.0012°N, 93.0816°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Nearest AirportMarion County Regional (FLP)
56 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.9"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.80"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.89"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 23, 2025.

Jul 7, 1991 11 km ENE of Brandsville, Missouri M3.9 139 km
Aug 16, 2003 5 km W of Thomasville, Missouri M3.7 134 km
Sep 12, 2019 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas M3.7 114 km
Jun 11, 2017 6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas M3.6 70 km
Jun 27, 2000 15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas M3.4 132 km
Mar 30, 2001 1 km SW of Hermitage, Missouri M3.1 106 km
Jan 21, 1992 5 km SE of Linn Creek, Missouri M3.1 117 km
Mar 18, 1990 9 km W of Alton, Missouri M3.0 144 km
Jun 16, 2017 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas M2.9 70 km
Mar 12, 1990 9 km NNE of Briarcliff, Arkansas M2.8 103 km
Sep 5, 2013 17 km W of Dennard, Arkansas M2.7 145 km
Nov 26, 1999 9 km NNE of Mountain Home, Arkansas M2.7 92 km
Jul 3, 2014 6 km S of Yellville, Arkansas M2.7 100 km
Feb 14, 2019 11 km WSW of Mountain View, Missouri M2.6 113 km
May 21, 2010 2 km SW of Centerton, Arkansas M2.6 131 km
Apr 23, 2025 3 km E of Hartville, Missouri M2.6 61 km
Apr 29, 2018 3 km WNW of Evergreen, Missouri M2.5 74 km
May 13, 2015 8 km E of Lead Hill, Arkansas M2.5 67 km
Jun 21, 2017 6 km N of Bergman, Arkansas M2.5 70 km
Jan 4, 2024 13 km E of South Lead Hill, Arkansas M2.5 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

493 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 41 fatalities, 674 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 29, 1991 EF4 22 km 2
Apr 2, 1982 EF4 91 km 2
Sep 26, 1959 EF4 53 km 0
Mar 25, 1954 EF4 83 km 2
May 26, 2024 EF3 92 km 4
May 26, 2024 EF3 96 km 1
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 32 km 3
Mar 1, 2007 EF3 95 km 1
Mar 12, 2006 EF3 99 km 0
Mar 12, 2006 EF3 33 km 0
Mar 12, 2006 EF3 64 km 1
May 4, 2003 EF3 100 km 7
Nov 18, 1985 EF3 98 km 3
Apr 29, 1983 EF3 40 km 1
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 76 km 0
Apr 11, 1979 EF3 85 km 0
Mar 26, 1976 EF3 98 km 1
Apr 20, 1973 EF3 95 km 1
Apr 20, 1973 EF3 89 km 0
Apr 20, 1973 EF3 90 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (6,931 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 UNNAMED 6,931 40 km
2011 UNNAMED 6,686 45 km
2010 BRUSHY/CLAYTON 6,401 40 km
2020 BIG CREEK 6,399 45 km
1994 UNNAMED 5,344 88 km
2021 ROCK PILE 5,067 93 km
2006 BIG SPRING FIRE 4,921 100 km
2009 MOUNTAIN CREEK 4,322 93 km
1991 UNNAMED 4,179 89 km
2016 BIG CREEK 4,031 47 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,533 86 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,492 92 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,135 93 km
2012 KINFOLK RD 2,883 91 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,710 100 km
2021 GOETZ 2,615 49 km
1991 UNNAMED 2,569 89 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,542 91 km
2019 SWAN CREEK 2,365 19 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,340 91 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.1 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in

Sparta has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.9").

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11.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. 87.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,918/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access84.6%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%
Average costs for common services in Sparta. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $227 ($136–$363)
Specialist Visit $318 ($182–$499)
Urgent Care Visit $182 ($91–$318)
Emergency Room Visit $1,998 ($726–$4,540)
Dental Cleaning $118 ($68–$182)
Dental Filling $227 ($136–$363)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$109)
Brake Pad Replacement $272 ($136–$454)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $545 ($363–$908)
Battery Replacement $182 ($91–$318)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $91 ($54–$136)
Electrician (Per Hour) $82 ($45–$127)
HVAC Repair $363 ($136–$726)
HVAC System Install $6,356 ($3,632–$10,896)
Roof Repair $908 ($363–$1,816)
Roof Replacement $8,172 ($4,994–$13,620)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,362 ($454–$3,178)
Divorce (Contested) $13,620 ($4,540–$27,240)
DUI Defense $4,540 ($1,816–$9,080)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,362 ($726–$2,724)
Will Preparation $454 ($182–$908)
Trust Preparation $2,270 ($908–$4,540)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$91)
Hair Coloring (Full) $136 ($68–$227)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $73 ($45–$118)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.72 ($2.72–$4.99)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.18 ($2.27–$4.54)
Loaf of Bread $3.45 ($2.27–$4.99)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.09 ($2.72–$5.90)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.99 ($3.63–$6.81)
Rice (per lb) $0.91 ($0.54–$1.63)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $127 ($73–$227)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $64 ($27–$136)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $64 ($36–$109)
Internet (Monthly) $64 ($36–$91)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$91)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$136)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $182 ($68–$454)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,816 ($1,090–$3,178)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $64 ($27–$118)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.26–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $91 ($27–$227)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,090 ($545–$2,270)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $908 ($454–$1,816)
After-School Care (Monthly) $363 ($182–$636)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$91)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $908 ($363–$2,270)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,350 ($4,540–$27,240)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$91)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $91 ($45–$182)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$91)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $272 ($136–$454)
Cat Spay/Neuter $182 ($91–$363)
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Schools in Sparta

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SPARTA ELEM. Elementary 256 22 11.6:1
SPARTA HIGH High 247 16 15.4:1
SPARTA MIDDLE Middle 200 14 14.3:1
CHADWICK ELEMENTARY Elementary 138 12 11.5:1
CHADWICK HIGH High 116 11 10.5:1
SPARTA PREK CENTER — 44 2 22.0:1
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Radio Stations near Sparta

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian Power Praise Dot Net christian, praise AAC 120 kbps
Christian Rock Dot Net christian, rock AAC 120 kbps
Christian Hard Rock Dot Net christian, hard rock AAC 128 kbps
HPR1: Traditional Classic Country country MP3 128 kbps
HPR4 Bluegrass Gospel country MP3 128 kbps
HPR1 Traditional Classic Country country, traditional country MP3 128 kbps
ChristianCountryGospel.Net — AAC 120 kbps
HPR1 Traditional Classic Country (32kbs Low Quality) country, traditional country AAC+ 32 kbps
88.3 The Wind — AAC+ 96 kbps
Christian Classic Rock Dot Net christian, classic rock AAC 112 kbps
KADI 1340AM "The Ozark's Big Talker" Springfield, MO — AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Sparta

12 campgrounds found near Sparta.

NameRatingSitesPrice
MILL CREEK (MISSOURI) 4.7/5 68 $25–$50
OLD HIGHWAY 86 4.7/5 78 $25–$50
BAXTER 4.5/5 53 $16–$25
CAPE FAIR 4.5/5 47 $16–$50
COBB RIDGE 4.4/5 45 $15–$75
INDIAN POINT 4.4/5 84 $16–$50
River Run Park 4.4/5 32 $24–$26
AUNTS CREEK 4.3/5 53 $16–$50
CAMPBELL POINT 4.3/5 73 $16–$50
MOONSHINE BEACH REC. AREA 4.2/5 1 $5–$100
BEAVER CREEK (MO) 4.1/5 34 $24–$50
THEODOSIA PARK 3.3/5 20 $16–$54

National Parks Near Sparta

13 national parks and monuments found near Sparta.

ParkTypeFee
Bennett Spring State Park State Park Free
Buffalo National River National River Free
Bull Shoals White River State Park State Park Free
Ha Ha Tonka State Park State Park Free
Hobbs State Park / Conservation Management Area State Park Free
Pea Ridge National Military Park National Military Park Free
Pomme De Terre State Park State Park Free
Roaring River State Park State Park Free
Stockton State Park State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Way Side Park State Park Free
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Withrow Springs State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Sparta

112+ trails found near Sparta.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SWAN CREEK-TIN TOP 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BATEMAN - WILLIE LEE 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HERCULES GLADE TOWER 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HERCULES GLADES-PEES HOLLOW 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 101 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES- LONG CREEK 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HERCULES GLADES-COY BALD 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BATEMAN - BOTTOMS 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 113 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 113 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWAN CREEK-MATH BRANCH 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SWAN CREEK- PATTERSON HOLLOW 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 115 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 126 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWAN CREEK-SLY TOP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HERCULES GLADES- BLAIR RIDGE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SWAN CREEK - SHOO FLY 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 122 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 171 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES-UPPER PILOT 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SWAN CREEK-BEER CAN ALLEY 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HERCULES GLADES-LOWER PILOT 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 121 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 104 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BATEMAN 606 CONNECT LOOP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 123 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 124 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADE- MIDDLE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 112 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWAN CREEK-CEDAR GLADE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 128 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES- PETE HOLLOW 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SWAN CREEK-BALD KNOB 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 130 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 135 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 114 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 137 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 105 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BATEMAN - ARROWMEN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK126D 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 132A 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 119 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 122C 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 127A 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 140 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 108 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BATEMAN - MERRIMAN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BATEMAN - BOY SCOUT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 131 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BATEMAN - BOTTOMS CONNECT LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 127B 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 124A 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 126B 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 120 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 126A 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 122 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 129 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 138 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 127 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BATEMAN - CORRAL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SWAN CREEK - CROSS CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 127 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADE TOWER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 104A 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 134 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWAN CREEK-BUCKEYE HILL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 120 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 128A 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 126C 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 136 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 126 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 106 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 133 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES- LONG CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 171A 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 108 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 114A 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 120B 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 117 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 126E 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWAN CREEK - RIDGE ROAD 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 115A 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 132 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 135B 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 127D 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 122B 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 115B 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES- BLAIR RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 102 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 115C 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 127C 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 120C 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 139 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 135A 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 130B 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES-PEES HOLLOW 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 136A 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SWAN CREEK-SHOO FLY (SPUR) 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHADWICK 122A 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 118 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 130A 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 140A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HERCULES GLADES-PEES HOLLOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CHADWICK 110 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.0 ASPHALT — — —
CHADWICK 110 0.0 ASPHALT — — —

Museums in Sparta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
POOL ART CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM$73,343,866
AMERICAN NATIONAL FISH AND WILDLIFE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4178909453$14,234,405
JOHN Q HAMMONS MISSOURI SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$1,374,452
DISCOVERY CENTER OF SPRINGFIELDCHILDREN'S MUSEUM4178629910$1,133,826
HISTORY MUSEUM FOR SPRINGFILED GREENE COUNTYHISTORY MUSEUM157 PARK CENTRAL SQUARE4178311976$152,903
BONNIEBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4175611509$61,903
SHRINE MOSQUE PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4178699164$31,045
OZARKS STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$19,307
MISSOURI INSTITUTE OF NATURAL SCIENCENATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM$12,522
AIR & MILITARY MUSEUM OF THE OZARKSGENERAL MUSEUM2305 E KEARNEY4178647997
ANTIQUE COWBOY WESTERN HEROGENERAL MUSEUM4177660433
BARNETT ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
CHRISTIAN COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM202 E CHURCH ST4175814860
DAVID KRAEHENBUEHL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1111 N GLENSTONE AVENUE
DICKERSON PARK ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3043 NORTH FORT4178331570
DR MICHAEL J CLARKE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4178831636
GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3466 GS
MISSOURIS HEARING AID MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MONGER HISTORICAL SCHOOL & CHURCHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM-OZARKSHISTORY MUSEUM4178830594
NRA NATIONAL SPORTING ARMS MUSEUMS AT BASS PRO SHOPSGENERAL MUSEUM1935 S CAMPBELL AVE�4176737335
RAILROAD HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROSE O'NEILL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4178819090
SPRINGFIELD AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM221 EAST WALNUT
SPRINGFIELD ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM1111 E BROOKSIDE DR4178375700
SPRINGFIELD LANDMARKS PRESERVATION TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STUDENT EXHIBITION CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM4178366999
TROGDON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4178666908

Libraries in Sparta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SPRINGFIELD-GREENE COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT4653 S CAMPBELL AVE0.01,877,265
CHRISTIAN COUNTY LIBRARY1005 N 4TH AVE0.092,511

Farmers Markets in Sparta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
C Street Market329 E CommercialApril to OctoberSat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Visit
Christian County Farmers' Market1530 West Jackson St04/03/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Eastland Farmers Market1835 E. Saint Louis Street
Farmers Market of the Ozarks2144 E Republic Rd01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Friday Night Farmers' MarketPark Central SquareVisit
Greater Springfield Farmers Market2825 S. Glenstone04/15/2014 to 10/30/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Nixa Farmers Market Inc113 W Mount Vernon St
Ozark Downtown Farmers' Market--Powered by FMO115 E Church St
Ozark Square Farmers' MarketCourthouse Square04/04/2013 to 09/26/2013Thu: 5:00 PM-;Visit
Republic Farmers' MarketMain St in Republic MO
Rogersville Farmer's Market270 County Line Road05/09/2020 to 10/10/2020Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Southwest Sustainable Farmers' Market218 Glenstone Avenue04/03/2013 to 09/25/2013Wed: 3:00 AM-7:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Sparta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
B K S Bears Brew LlcBrewers511 Hidden Pond Dr
Cedarbrewery1438 E Olive St
Culley's PubBrewers607 E Madison St4173501559
Falstaff'sBrewers311 Park Central W4177204645
Home Brewery, The Home BreweryAir Fresheners, Deordorant, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewers, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Se1967 W Boat St4174853402
Mother's Brewing CompanyBrewery215 S Grant Ave4178620423Visit
Springfield Brewing CoBrewery, Pub, American Restaurant305 S Market Ave (at Mcdaniel St)4178328277Visit
Springfield Brewing Co, Springfield Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, Restaurants, Pubs, Pub, Brewery305 S Market Ave4178328277Visit

Pharmacies in Sparta

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FAMILY PHARMACY 7154 STATE HIGHWAY 14 EAST 417-634-2060

Cell Towers in Sparta

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1.5 MI E N SIDE OF HWY 76TOWER127
GREENWOOD ROAD SE OF STATE ROAD A/HIGHWAY 65 (75518)GTOWER104
7900 US HWY 65 SOUTH (75517)GTOWER104
550.2US HWY 60 2 MI ETOWER93
HWY 60 AND FARM ROAD 359TOWER91
136 Hopkins Road (9505)LTOWER80
699 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE (101334)LTOWER79
WEST OF HIGHWAY 160 (75457)LTOWER78
4250 S FARM RD 227 (75465)LTOWER69
Marmalade 4929 S Farm Rd 195TOWER61

Fire Stations in Sparta

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sparta Fire Protection DistrictPO Box 210Volunteer417-634-3200

Bridges in Sparta

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete20113093,456G
CulvertConcrete continuous1956371,240G
SlabConcrete continuous195464699F
SlabConcrete continuous195489699F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2006250200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1996267100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19005735P
Girder/FloorbeamSteel199020835G
SlabConcrete continuous19942330G
SlabConcrete continuous199714325F
SlabConcrete continuous199713425G
SlabConcrete20102520G
SlabConcrete continuous199416710F

Airports Near Sparta

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Boone County AirportHROMedium Airport
Branson AirportBKGMedium Airport
Ozark Regional AirportWMHMedium Airport
Springfield Branson National AirportSGFMedium Airport
Air Park South Airport—Small Airport
Arnika Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ava Bill Martin Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Bel-Voir Acres Airport—Small Airport
Belly Acres Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bill Lee Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Bird Field—Small Airport
Blumenstetter Airport—Small Airport
Bolivar Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Branson West Airport—Small Airport
Buck Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Buffalo Municipal Airport—Small Airport
C2K Airport—Small Airport
Carroll County Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Crest Airstrip—Small Airport
Cuinche Airport—Small Airport
Discovery Bay at Norwalk Landing Airport—Small Airport
Downtown Airport—Small Airport
Eads Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport—Small Airport
Flib Field—Small Airport
Floyd W. Jones Lebanon Airport—Small Airport
Flying Bar H Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Flying Machines Airstrip—Small Airport
Gainesville Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Gardner Airport—Small Airport
Gastons Airport—Small Airport
Gimlin Airport—Small Airport
Green Berry Airport—Small Airport
Hammer Field Airport—Small Airport
Hogue Farm Airport—Small Airport
Hostetler's Airfield—Small Airport
Jerry Sumners Sr Aurora Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Johnson Field—Small Airport
Kimberling Airport—Small Airport
Life Farm Airport—Small Airport
Linden Air Airport—Small Airport
Lost Mine Airport—Small Airport
M. Graham Clark Downtown AirportPLKSmall Airport
Malina Airport—Small Airport
Mansfield Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Marion County Regional AirportFLPSmall Airport
Marshall Field—Small Airport
Matzie Airport—Small Airport
Medcalf Field—Small Airport
Misty Meadows Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Sparta

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Highway Patrol
Nixa Police Department715 W Center Circle
Ozark Police
Springfield Police Deparment321 East Chestnut Expressway
Springfield Police Department

Grocery Stores in Sparta

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Barnyard Feed And MoreConvenience StoreHighway T
Casey's 1383Convenience Store7182 State Highway 14 E
Casey's General Store 3017Convenience Store7530 State Highway 14 E
Dollar General 23309Other13685 State Highway 14 E
Dollar General 7719Other150 Vanilla Bean Rd
Family Dollar 13786Other156 Village Dr
Oldfield PackingSpecialty Store192 Andrews
Town & Country 2452Supermarket7270 State Highway 14 E

Treatment Centers in Sparta

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Burrell Behavioral Health - Milano ResidentialMental Health417-761-5332
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse417-862-3455
Preferred Family Healthcare IncSubstance Abuse417-862-3455
Synergy Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse417-812-4440

DOL Wage Violations in Sparta

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $11,562 in back wages owed to 27 employees.

2
Violations
$11,562
Back Wages Owed
27
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
City of Sparta — — 65753 — 1 $6,354 $1,059 6
Country Care Child Center — — 65753 — 2 $5,207 $248 21

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sparta

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FAIRVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH SPARTA271 MOUNTVIEW DRIVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHADWICK123 S ROSE AVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SPARTAPO BOX 190
HIS CALL MINISTRIES1970 SPRING HILL RD
SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH SPARTA1592 HODGES RD
SPARTA ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 239

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sparta

What is the population of Sparta?

Sparta has a population of 2,378 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,918 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 45.4% male.

Is Sparta expensive to live in?

Sparta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $61,630, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $167,400 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sparta safe?

Sparta is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 929 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sparta receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sparta?

Sparta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sparta?

The job market in Sparta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 4.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sparta?

The median home value in Sparta is $167,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,402. For renters, the median monthly rent is $778. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.4%.

How are the schools in Sparta?

Schools in Sparta score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.3% of adults in Sparta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sparta?

The obesity rate in Sparta is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.6% of adults are smokers. 28.5% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Sparta?

The average commute in Sparta is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sparta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sparta is 97.3% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability. 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

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