Sparta, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Alleghany County County
Sparta, NC
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 $38,542 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,254. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 339 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparta is $215,800 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,054. Median rent is $583/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Sparta reports 992 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 161% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,559/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Sparta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 77.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sparta has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches.