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Valparaiso, IN vs Sparta, TN

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Are people in Sparta older or younger than people in Valparaiso?
- The Median Age in Sparta is 0.6 years older than in Valparaiso.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sparta or Valparaiso?
- Sparta housing costs are 27.3% less expensive than Valparaiso housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sparta or Valparaiso?
- The average commute for residents of Sparta is 2.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Valparaiso.

Things to do in Valparaiso?
Valparaiso IN is situated in Porter County right along Lake Michigan and offers plenty of outdoor fun from beach-combing to sailing while still having convenient access to Purdue University’s campus nearby.

Things to do in Sparta?
Sparta, TN is a small town nestled in the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains. It is known as the “Friendliest Town in Tennessee” and enjoys a relaxing pace of life with plenty of outdoor activities to keep you busy. The area is rich with history, culture, and amazing scenery that you won’t find anywhere else. Sparta’s downtown square boasts a variety of unique shops and eateries. There are many festivals throughout the year celebrating local music, art, food, and culture. If you’re looking for a safe place to raise a family or just want to experience life in a small town atmosphere, Sparta is sure to provide an unforgettable experience.

 Valparaiso, INSparta, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock4,981329,725,481
 Median Income$56,465  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$301,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.97  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Valparaiso    11 Reviews

Over 10 years ago

I moved to Valparaiso, IN about 1 year ago. I moved here because I was attending the law school located here. At a glance, it appears to be a small town, with many new  More

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Over 11 years ago

My favorite restaurants in Valparaiso are: Panera Bread--The lines sometimes get long, but, the service is decent and the food is great. Red Robin--Bottomless fries  More

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I loved driving anywhere, down any road because of the trees, fields and green, green grass that is all over. Cost of living is outrageous! But lil towns close by make  More

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Reviews for Sparta    3 Reviews

We moved to Sparta, TN almost two years ago. We visited the year before that and while we have been coming to east Tennesse for over 25 years... it only took one  More

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Over 15 years ago

I AGREE THAT THERE IS NOTHING HERE IN SPARTA, TO DO I SHOP MORE IN COOKEVILLE,,AND COLUMBIA THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO OFFER. SPARTA SHOULD GET SOME BIG COMPANIES TO  More

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Over 16 years ago

All over this town you see signs that say SHOP SPARTA FIRST! What a load of crap! They want us to spend our money here in our town but they offer no place to shop and  More

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