Median Income
$68,882
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$337,800
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,242
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Park Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,544
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density388/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,882
Per Capita$36,691
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$2,073M
Commute36 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$337,800
Rent$1,242
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Elevation5,560 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute36 min
Libraries4
Is Park Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Park Center receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Park Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Park Center is $68,882, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Park Center is $337,800, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,242 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Park Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.7 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Park Center has a population of 2,544 with a density of 388 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 3.1% Black.
Population
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Park Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Park Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Park Center is $68,882, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income: Park Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,882 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,691 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,062 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,878 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,124 |
| County GDP | $2,073M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,296 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.1 min |
| Work from Home | 26.3% |
The median home value in Park Center is $337,800, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,242 (7% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $337,800 |
| 20% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,242 |
| 7% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,296 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.68% |
In Park Center, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Park Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.7% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,802/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Park Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Park Center has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.7 inches |
| 64% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,560 ft (1,695 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4852°N, 105.2261°W |
| County FIPS | 08043 |