About Sparta
Sparta is a tiny community in central Ohio counting 123 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, Sparta is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.09 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,367 residents per square mile.
📰 Sparta News Today
- Rusty Lionel Hines Obituary Jun 20, 2026 Sanders Funeral Homes · Jun 20
- Mary Hartzell Obituary Mar 21, 2026 Gordon Funeral Homes · Mar 25
- Robert R. Bernabei Obituary (2026) - East Sparta, OH - Rossi Family Funeral Home, Inc. - Canton Legacy obituary · Aug 7
- Motorcyclist killed after crashing into tree in Stark County, Ohio State Highway Patrol says WKYC · Jul 9
- Person found dead inside Stark County home after firefighters put out flames FOX 8 News · Jun 4
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Sparta Unique
- One of 9 places in the US named Sparta — but the Ohio one has a character all its own.
- One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.09 sq mi.
- Part of the fabric of Ohio — one of 1,265 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 7 miles.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateOhio
TypeVillage
Population (2024)123
Rank in state#880 of 923
Land area0.09 sq mi
Density1,367/sq mi
Coordinates40.3944, -82.6997