Sparta, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Monroe County County
Sparta, WI
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 $60,517 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,286. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,335 business establishments, including 124 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparta is $168,800 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,352. Median rent is $902/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Sparta reports 317 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,129/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Sparta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sparta has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.