Sparta, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,827 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$24,854 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
45.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
49 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$558 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock County
4
Georgia
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock County
3
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 4 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 79% of residents leaning left and 19% leaning right.

Liberal (80%) (19%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 78%
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Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, GA State Senate District 26, GA State House District 128, GA
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Schools

Lewis Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1 star
John Hancock Academy
1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Hancock Central Middle School
2 miles, N • 1 star
Hancock Central High School
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Georgia Military College
20 miles, W • 1.4 star
Georgia College & State University
20 miles, W • 2.3 star
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
21 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Navicent Health Baldwin
21 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital
21 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Putnam General Hospital
24 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
116 miles, E • 1.4 star
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