Sparks, NV Local Data & Statistics

State: NV

Total population: 110,024 Household income: $89,056 Rent: $1,716

Overview

Total population

110,024

Rent

$1,716

Year built

1993

Household income

$89,056

Per capita income

$42,099

Poverty rate

8.5%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

49.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Nevada

Total population

110,024

Adults over 25

75,670

Total households

42,414

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$89,056

Per capita income

$42,099

Poverty rate

8.5%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Rent over 30% of income

49.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,716

Year built

1993

Households that rent

40.2%

Households that own

59.8%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

57.9%

Black

2.4%

Asian

6.4%

Two or more races

20.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

32.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

67.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

88.9%

Commute time to work

24 mins

Work from home

11.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

36.2%

High school graduate or GED

24.3%

Some college or associate degree

11.8%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

27.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Sparks, NV with: Nevada United States

Sparks, NV

Total population110,024

Rent$1,716

Year built1993

Household income$89,056

Per capita income$42,099

Poverty rate8.5%

Unemployment rate4.6%

Nevada State

Total population3,184,612

Rent$1,597

Year built1996

Household income$78,260

Per capita income$41,354

Poverty rate12.4%

Unemployment rate5.6%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CitySparks, NV	StateNevada	CountryUnited States
Total population	110,024	3,184,612	334,922,499
Rent	$1,716	$1,597	$1,413
Year built	1993	1996	1980
Household income	$89,056	$78,260	$80,734
Per capita income	$42,099	$41,354	$44,673
Poverty rate	8.5%	12.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	5.6%	4%

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Summary for Sparks, NV

Sparks is located in Nevada.

Rent & Income

In Sparks, the typical monthly rent is $1,716 and the typical household income is $89,056. Rent here is higher than in both Nevada and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 8.5%, which is lower than in both Nevada and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 40.2% of households. About 49.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 27.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is lower than Nevada and higher than the national rate.

Sparks, NV — Rent vs Household Income

Sparks, NV — Poverty vs Unemployment

💰 Rent in Sparks, NV (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,716 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Sparks, NV

Annual Household Income: $89,056

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Sparks, NV

Estimated Rate: 8.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Sparks, NV

In Sparks, NV, households that rent: 17,034 (40.2%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	17,034	40.2%
Owner-Occupied	25,380	59.8%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Sparks, NV

In Sparks, NV, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 8,392 (49.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	8,392	49.3%
Other renter households	8,642	50.7%
Total renter households	17,034	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Sparks, NV

Less than High School: 27,421 people (36.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 18,403 people (24.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 8,930 people (11.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 20,916 people (27.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 75,670

📊 Unemployment Rate in Sparks, NV

Estimated Rate: 4.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.