Demographics details for Sparks, NV vs Carrollton, TX

Population Overview

Compare main population characteristics in Sparks, NV vs Carrollton, TX.

Data	Sparks	Carrollton
Population	109,226	133,820
Median Age	37.0 years	38.6 years
Median Income	$82,938	$95,380
Married Families	38.0%	44.0%
Poverty Level	10%	9%
Unemployment Rate	5.0	3.7

Population Comparison: Sparks vs Carrollton

The population in Carrollton is higher at 133,820, compared to 109,226 in Sparks.
The median age in Carrollton is higher at 38.6 years, compared to 37.0 years in Sparks.
Carrollton has a higher median income of $95,380, compared to $82,938 in Sparks.
In Carrollton, the percentage of married families is higher at 44.0%, compared to 38.0% in Sparks.
Sparks has a higher poverty level at 10% compared to 9% in Carrollton.
The unemployment rate in Sparks is higher at 5.0%, compared to 3.7% in Carrollton.

Demographics

Demographics Sparks vs Carrollton provide insight into the diversity of the communities to compare.

Demographic	Sparks	Carrollton
Black	2	10
White	43	31
Asian	5	15
Hispanic	34	32
Two or More Races	15	12
American Indian	1	Data is updating

Demographics Comparison: Sparks vs Carrollton

In Carrollton, the percentage of Black residents is higher at 10% compared to 2% in Sparks.
Sparks has a higher percentage of White residents at 43% compared to 31% in Carrollton.
In Carrollton, the Asian population stands at 15%, greater than 5% in Sparks.
The Hispanic community is larger in Sparks at 34% compared to 32% in Carrollton.
More residents identify as two or more races in Sparks at 15% compared to 12% in Carrollton.
A greater percentage of American Indian residents live in Sparks at 1% compared to 0% in Carrollton.

Health Statistics

The health statistics provide insights into prevalent health conditions in two communities.

Health Metric	Sparks	Carrollton
Mental Health Not Good	18.3%	15.1%
Physical Health Not Good	12.1%	10.1%
Depression	19.9%	20.9%
Smoking	17.0%	13.5%
Binge Drinking	17.9%	17.7%
Obesity	28.6%	31.5%
Disability Percentage	13.0%	7.0%

Health Statistics Comparison: Sparks vs Carrollton

More residents in Sparks report poor mental health at 18.3% compared to 15.1% in Carrollton.
Higher depression rates are seen in Carrollton at 20.9% versus 19.9% in Sparks.
Smoking is more prevalent in Sparks at 17.0% compared to 13.5% in Carrollton.
Binge drinking is more common in Sparks at 17.9% compared to 17.7% in Carrollton.
Carrollton has higher obesity rates at 31.5% compared to 28.6% in Sparks.
Disability percentages are higher in Sparks at 13.0% compared to 7.0% in Carrollton.

Education Levels

The educational attainment in the area helps gauge the workforce's skill level and economic potential.

Education Level	Sparks	Carrollton
No Schooling	1.4% (1,548)	1.6% (2,169)
High School Diploma	14.7% (16,026)	12.3% (16,432)
Less than High School	18.1% (19,717)	13.2% (17,673)
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	16.9% (18,457)	29.8% (39,921)

Education Levels Comparison: Sparks vs Carrollton

In Carrollton, a larger percentage of residents lack formal schooling at 1.6% compared to 1.4% in Sparks.
A higher percentage of residents in Sparks hold a high school diploma at 14.7% compared to 12.3% in Carrollton.
More residents in Sparks have less than a high school education at 18.1% compared to 13.2% in Carrollton.
In Carrollton, a larger share of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher at 29.8% compared to 16.9% in Sparks.

Crime and Safety

Understanding crime rates and safety measures is crucial for assessing the livability of a city or town. Crime levels can vary significantly from one neighborhood to another, influenced by various factors such as population density and local amenities. For instance, areas with high foot traffic, like train stations, might experience different crime dynamics compared to quieter residential neighborhoods. Evaluating these patterns helps in making informed decisions about safety and community well-being.