Sparks, Nevada
Quick Statistics
Sparks is a community in Washoe County, Nevada, home to about 110,024 people spread across 36.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $43,857 a year, and a typical home is worth about $483,800. About 37.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 22 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nevada towns GeoStat tracks, Sparks ranks number 9 of 123 in population, number 34 in median household income, number 31 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Sparks typically top out near 95°F in July, while January nights average about 19°F. The area sees roughly 13 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Sun Valley, NV | 4.1 mi. | 22,228 |
| 2. | Spanish Springs, NV | 6.1 mi. | 17,980 |
| 3. | Golden Valley, NV | 6.5 mi. | 1,139 |
| 4. | Reno, NV | 7.4 mi. | 273,212 |
| 5. | Lemmon Valley, NV | 10.0 mi. | 4,412 |
| 6. | Mogul, NV | 11.8 mi. | 1,050 |
| 7. | Verdi, NV | 14.8 mi. | 1,012 |
| 8. | Cold Springs, NV | 16.2 mi. | 11,321 |
What is the population of Sparks, Nevada?
Sparks has a population of about 110,024 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Sparks, Nevada in?
Sparks is located in Washoe County, Nevada.
What is the median home value in Sparks, Nevada?
The median home value in Sparks is about $483,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Sparks, Nevada?
The median personal income in Sparks is about $43,857 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Sparks, Nevada?
Since 1950, 13 tornadoes have been recorded in Washoe County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Sparks, Nevada?
Typical July highs run about 95 degrees and January lows about 19 degrees, with around 13 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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