Median Income
$66,500
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.1%
51% lower than US avg
How Sprague Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population619
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans16.8%
Economy
B
Median Income$66,500
Per Capita$28,721
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.3%
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Elevation2,026 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute27 min
Broadband77.5%
EV Stations3
Libraries19
Is Sprague a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sprague receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sprague offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sprague is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sprague is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Sprague has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Sprague has a population of 619 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic.
Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Sprague is $66,500, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,500 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,721 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.7% |
| 114% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Sprague is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.54% |
In Sprague, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sprague vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Sprague vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Sprague has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.3 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,026 ft (618 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3049°N, 117.9713°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |