Sparks, NV
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| Population: | 80,651 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Sparks climate is mild, but extreme fluctuations between day and night are common. The region is prone to light snow accumulations in the winter months.
Geography
The city is located in the Truckee Meadows, just east of Reno, bisected by the Truckee River.
Cultural Attractions
Hot August Nights and the Best in the West Rib Cook-off are two of the festivals that bring the community together each year.
Recreation
Nearby Lake Tahoe offers various opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
Economy
Sparks Nugget Inc., United Parcel Service, and Northern Nevada Medical Center are the city's top three employers.
| Unemployment rate [details] | 11.2% |
| Unemployment rate, 2008 [details] | 6.8% |
| Median household income | $50,849 |
| Average commute time [details] | 17.47 |
| Job sector list [details] | Agriculture, forestry, and fishing; Computer services; Construction; Health and medical services; Manufacturing; Printing and publishing; Transportation; Travel |
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