Parkdale, MI

Michigan

Parkdale is a small town in Michigan with a population of 631. Residents earn $43,276 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
631 Population 407/sq mi density
$43,276 Median Income $23,239 per capita
$148,600 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$43,276 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$148,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,276
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,600
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

How Parkdale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population631
Median Age63.5 yrs
Density407/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans16.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,276
Per Capita$23,239
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$1,160M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units264

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking15.7%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation608 ft (185 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+82.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute12 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries6

Is Parkdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkdale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Parkdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkdale is $43,276, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkdale is $148,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Parkdale has a population of 631 with a density of 407 people per square mile. The median age is 63.5 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

631
Total Population
407
People / sq mi
63.5yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkdale is $43,276, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Parkdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,276
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,239
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$57,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)602
County GDP$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare63
Retail105
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.7 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkdale is $148,600, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,600
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units264
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Parkdale, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits69.4%
Premature Death10,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities63
Parkdale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation608 ft (185 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density407/sq mi
Coordinates44.2720°N, 86.2805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.9-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.2%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 15.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+82.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density407/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants73
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.7 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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