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Sparwood, BC
Full City Profile · British Columbia
Sparwood, BC
At a Glance
How Sparwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sparwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sparwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sparwood residents earn a median household income of $112,000 , which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $68,400. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 129 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sparwood is $332,000 , 18% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 11.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
7.2% of adults in Sparwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 37.2% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Sparwood has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 286 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches.