Sparta, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
4,070 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,401 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$494 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Randolph County
1
Illinois
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

Randolph County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 58, IL State House District 115, IL
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Schools

Sparta Lincoln School
1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Sparta High School
2 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Coulterville High School
8 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Career Center of Southern Illinois
16 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Southwestern Illinois College
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
McKendree University
33 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Sparta Community Hospital
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Red Bud Regional Hospital
15 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Pinckneyville Community Hospital
20 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
64 miles, S • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
91 miles, S • 1 star
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