Sparta, Minnesota
Sparta: township in Chippewa County, Minnesota
About
Sparta is a township located in the county of Saint Louis in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 748 and a population density of 19 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 742 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Sparta
| Population | 742 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Saint Louis County |
| Area | 39.6 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.4674,-92.4774 |
| Altitude | 1,027 feet / 313 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 03:58:48 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 19 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Chance Light Rain 7-days weather |
Geography
Sparta is located at 47°28'3"N 92°28'39"W (47.4674300, -92.4774100).
Sparta map
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Weather
A chance of rain after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. New rainfall amounts less than...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sparta decreased by 0.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 748 | - | census |
| 2011 | 763 | 1.97% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 751 | -1.6% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 751 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 752 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 757 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 754 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 751 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 748 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 744 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 742 | -0.27% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sparta, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173993 | Mesabi Range College | Virginia (MN) | 55792 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sparta, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUU | Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota | 175 Kirby Student Union | BUS |
| DUL | Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota | 4426 Grand Ave. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Sparta.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gilber Post Office | Gilbert (MN) | 55741 |
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- Sparta, Tennessee city in and county seat of White County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 4,980 people.
- Sparta, Illinois city in Randolph County, Illinois with a population of 4,202 people.
- Sparta, Wisconsin city in and county seat of Monroe County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 3,290 people.
- Sparta, Indiana unincorporated community in Dearborn County, Indiana, United States with a population of 2,992 people.
- Sparta, Missouri city in Christian County, Missouri with a population of 2,076 people.
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- Sparta, North Carolina human settlement in Alleghany County, North Carolina, United States of America with a population of 1,723 people.
- Sparta, Pennsylvania township in Crawford County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,708 people.
- Sparta, New York town in Livingston County, New York, United States with a population of 1,545 people.
- Sparta, Georgia town in and the county seat of Hancock County, Georgia, United States with a population of 1,220 people.
- Sparta, Kentucky city in Gallatin and Owen counites in Kentucky, United States with a population of 273 people.
- Sparta, Ohio village in Marrow County, Ohio, United States with a population of 160 people.
- Sparta, Nebraska human settlement in United States of America with a population of 88 people.
Other cities in Saint Louis County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Saint Louis County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hibbing | 15,716 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
| Hermantown | 9,504 | City in St. |
| Virginia | 8,299 | City in St. |
| Chisholm | 4,803 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Grant | 4,107 | City in Washington County, Minnesota |
| Eveleth | 3,536 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
| Ely | 3,325 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Proctor | 3,006 | City in St. |
| Mountain Iron | 2,816 | City in St. |
| Grand Lake | 2,790 | Township in St. |
| Lakewood | 2,271 | Urban township in St. |
| Duluth | 2,121 | City in Minnesota, United States; county seat of St. |
| Hoyt Lakes | 1,927 | City in St. |
| Gilbert | 1,761 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
| Babbitt | 1,471 | City in St. |
| Fredenberg | 1,339 | Township in St. |