Parika, Guyana

Essequibo Islands-West Demerara · 🇬🇾 Guyana

Parika is a small town in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara, Guyana with a population of 4,081. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Bachelor's+ 15.0%

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.5%

11% lower than US avg

People

Population4,081

Median Age28.3 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$20,474

UnemploymentN/A

PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.5%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.4%

Depression10.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain70.2 in/yr

Sunny Days209/yr

Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.0%

High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband81.7%

Population	4,081
Elevation	33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates	6.8371°, -58.4294°
Timezone	America/Guyana
Country	🇬🇾 Guyana
State / Province	Essequibo Islands-West Demerara
Average Temperature	80°F (27°C)
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	70.2 inches (1,784 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	28.3 years

Is Parika a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parika receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Parika has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Parika has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Parika has a population of 4,081. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,081

Total Population

28.3yrs

Median Age

27% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Parika vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Parika vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parika is N/A.

Income: Parika vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$20,474

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	37.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Parika, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% are current smokers. 10.6% report depression. 84.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Parika vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.5%
	11% below US avg
Diabetes	10.9%
High Blood Pressure	40.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.4%
	33% below US avg
Binge Drinking	5.3%
Physical Inactivity	84.0%
Depression	10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.0%

Food & Exercise

Parika has an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.2 inches. The area enjoys 209 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	80.4°F
	49% above US avg
January Average	79°F (26°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	209 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	70.2 inches
	85% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	86.7%

Geography

Elevation	33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates	6.8371°N, 58.4294°W
Timezone	America/Guyana

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.0%
	55% below US avg
High School+	90.0%

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Parika, Guyana

People

Economy

Health

Climate

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Is Parika a Good Place to Live?

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Parika vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Parika vs U.S. Average

Income: Parika vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Parika vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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