Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 25.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.73 |
| Below Poverty | 33.8% ▲ 238% above avg |
| College Grads | 15.4% ▼ 60% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 31 (59.6%) |
| Some College | 2 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 11 (21.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2 (3.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (11.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $28,950 ▼ 62% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,800 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Housing Units | 56 |
| Vacant Units | 15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sparks is a city in Nebraska, located in Cherry County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 71 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 25.8 years.
Economically, Sparks is a lower-income community. The median household income of $28,950 is well below the national average. Approximately 33.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
The real estate market in Sparks is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $243,800, which is near the national average. At 22.0% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Sparks is less-educated. 15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — well below the national average. The community is majority White (69.01%).
Sparks, NE offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Nebraska.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69220 | 71 | $28,950 | $243,800 | — | 0.0% | 15.4% | 22.0% |