Sparta Market Data, Sites, & Land
Sparta, Missouri, blends small-town charm with easy access to major destinations in Christian County and the surrounding region. Located along State Highway 14 between Ozark and Ava, the community offers convenient connections to shopping, schools, outdoor recreation, and neighboring job centers. Surrounded by farmland, wooded hills, and scenic countryside, Sparta provides a quiet, close-knit atmosphere while still keeping residents within reach of larger city amenities.
Sparta at a Glance
Explore Sparta’s Key Advantages
Learn more about Sparta’s growth profile, including updated population and workforce trends, convenient access along State Highway 14, and available properties suited for business expansion and future investment.
Data sourced from 2023 reports and public datasets.
Population
2.62% 1-year decline
Median Age
8.38% 1-year decrease
Median HH Income
0.507% 1-year growth
Median Home Value
5.62% 1-year growth
Working Population
1.68% 1-year growth
Poverty
2.97% 1-year decline
Housing & Living
Sparta offers strong housing affordability paired with steady local growth. With a median home value of $167,800 in 2023, the community experienced an impressive 18% increase from the previous year. This price point remains well below the national median, creating accessible opportunities for homebuyers seeking value in Christian County.
The homeownership rate is 65.9%, closely aligned with the national average. This balance of owner-occupied and rental housing supports both long-term residents and new households entering the community.
Sparta’s median household income is $57,031, reflecting the community’s small-town profile and rural character. The poverty rate of 12.8% sits slightly above national averages, highlighting the importance of continued economic and workforce development efforts across the region.
Commuting patterns show a strong connection to neighboring job centers such as Ozark, Nixa, Branson, and Springfield. Residents average a 27.8-minute commute, with most driving alone. Car ownership stays consistent with regional norms at around two vehicles per household.
Together, these indicators position Sparta as an affordable, steadily growing community with convenient access to larger employment hubs—an appealing environment for families, commuters, and those seeking rural living with nearby amenities.
For more interactive charts—including Sparta’s property values, commute trends, and household characteristics—visit DataUSA’s Sparta dashboard.
Local Tax Snapshot
Sparta, MO — Sales & Use Tax (2025)
| Base combined sales tax | 8.725%[1] |
|---|---|
| Breakdown | State 4.225% · County/ESD & Ambulance 2.25% · City 2.25%.[1] |
| Special districts (examples) | As of the Oct–Dec 2025 MO DOR tables, no additional CIDs/TDDs are listed for Sparta. Future special districts could increase the effective rate—always confirm a specific address in the DOR portal.[1] |
| Use tax (delivered/remote) | 4.225% (state only; neither Christian County nor Sparta levy a local use tax).[1] [2] |
Confirm any address with the MO DOR sales/use portal.
Sparta, MO — Property Tax
| Who bills/collects? | Christian County Collector. Sparta’s city levy appears on the county tax statement; bills are not issued separately by the City of Sparta.[3] [5] |
|---|---|
| Due date | Statements mailed in November; due by Dec 31 (postmark rules apply).[3] |
| Assessment ratios (MO) | Residential 19% · Commercial 32% · Agricultural 12% of market value.[4] |
| Commercial real estate surtax | 0.34% of assessed value (countywide).[5] |
| City median (informational) | Effective rate ≈ 0.92%; median bill ≈ $1,074 on median value ≈ $119,900.[6] |
Christian County, MO — Countywide Tax Info
| Unincorporated base sales tax | 6.475% (State 4.225% + County/ESD & Ambulance 2.25%).[1] |
|---|---|
| Use tax (delivered/remote) | 4.225% (state only; county has no local use tax).[2] |
| Domestic utilities (local) | 0.25% (per DOR “Domestic Utility” column).[1] |
| County property-tax operations levy | None for general operations; county relies on sales tax.[7] |
| Who bills/collects property tax? | Christian County Collector (mailed Nov; due Dec 31).[3] |
| Assessment ratios (MO) | Res 19% · Comm 32% · Ag 12%.[4] |
| Commercial real estate surtax | 0.34% of assessed value (countywide).[5] |
Sources
- Missouri DOR — Sales & Use Tax Rate Tables, Oct–Dec 2025. Entries show: (a) Sparta 8.725% sales / 4.225% use; (b) Christian County 6.475% sales (includes ESD & Ambulance); Domestic Utility 0.25%. PDF
- Missouri DOR — Sales/Use Rate Tables index page (confirm Christian County and Sparta do not levy local use tax). DOR 2025 tables
- Christian County Collector — tax statements due upon receipt; delinquent after Dec 31. Collector site
- Missouri State Tax Commission (statutory assessment ratios: Res 19%, Comm 32%, Ag 12%). STC pamphlet
- Christian County Assessor — “Calculating Estimated Property Taxes” (commercial surtax 0.34% & note that the County has no property-tax levy for operations). Assessor PDF · Assessor site
- Ownwell — Sparta (Christian County) property tax snapshot (median effective rate, value, and bill). Link
- Christian County — Assessor site statement noting no property-tax levy for operations; county relies on sales tax. Assessor site
Also helpful: MO DOR sales/use portal & address lookup — Link.
Available Buildings & Land for Development
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