Sparta, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,957 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$215,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$458 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$436 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alleghany County
1
North Carolina
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Alleghany County
2
North Carolina
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 32
Feb 3 4 35
Mar 4 1 42
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NC State Senate District 47, NC State House District 93, NC
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Schools

Alleghany High
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Sparta Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Glade Creek Elementary
8 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Surry Community College
24 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Wilkes Community College
26 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Wytheville Community College
32 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Appalachian State University
37 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Alleghany County Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Twin County Regional Hospital
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Ashe Memorial Hospital
20 miles, W • 4.1 star
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
23 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
71 miles, W • 1 star
Piedmont Triad International Airport
71 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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