Sparta Urban Area, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
46,169 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,213 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$747 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wisconsin
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 6 32
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 3 34
Dec 1 10 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 32, WI Assembly District 96, WI
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Schools

Tomah High
6 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
32 miles, W • 3.2 star
Western Technical College
32 miles, W • 1.9 star
Viterbo University
33 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Tomah Memorial Hospital
5 miles, E • 4.1 star
Black River Memorial Hospital
27 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
32 miles, W • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
74 miles, NE • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
77 miles, N • 1 star
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