Sparks

Sparks, Nevada Overview

Sparks ranks #3 of 20 cities in Nevada, earning a C+ grade with a composite score of 52.2/100. The city stands out in Safety (66/100) and Health (63/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Sparks

Sparks’s median household income of $86,081 is 22% above the Nevada median of $70,448, and its 4.7% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 5.5%.

Safety in Sparks

Sparks reports 391.2 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 431 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2281.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Sparks

The median home value is $455,900. Median monthly rent is $1,651. Renters spend 23.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Sparks

The adult obesity rate in Sparks is 28.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.8%. Residents report an average of 18.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Nevada ranks #38 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Sparks

Sparks has a high school graduation rate of 84.7%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,741. The city has 35 public schools serving 22,717 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Sparks

Sparks enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 59.8°F. Summers average 72.2°F. Winters average 48.4°F. Annual precipitation is 32.5 inches.

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