Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
19%
Sparta
Sparta, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$901
Population
10,520
Renter Mix
40% Rent
Bask in the Bicycling Capital of America’s natural beauty
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Historic
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Close-Knit
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Known as the “Bicycling Capital of America,” Sparta is home to the Elroy-Sparta State Trail—the first rails-to-trails bicycle route in the United States. Sparta more than earns this recognition, touting access to the La Crosse River Bike Trail, Deke Slayton Memorial Space and Bicycle Museum, and the World’s Largest Bicyclist statue as well.
Sparta offers residents a true small-town feel entrenched in a lush natural environment. Quiet residences dot tree-lined streets in Sparta, while local shops and restaurants provide plenty to do in the historic downtown area. Getting around from Sparta is a breeze with convenience to I-90.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$58,354
Average: $68,689
Education
1,676
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,180
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Sparta has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Sparta, WI is $901 for one bedroom, $1,049 for two bedrooms, and $616 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sparta has increased by 17.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$901/month
0 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sparta, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
722 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
188 Students
Sparta Meadowview Intermediate
Public
Grades K-5
375 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
292 Students
Public
Grades K-5
226 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
68 Students
Public
Grades K-8
722 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
41 Students
Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School
Public
Grades 9-12
47 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
837 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
41 Students
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Points of Interest
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Airports
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.