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Parkdale, MO

Missouri

Parkdale is a small town in Missouri with a population of 223. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
223 Population 1,715/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $31,525 per capita
$175,000 Home Value
$1,438 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,000 home value, $1,438/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population223
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density1,715/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans14.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$31,525
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty2.7%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units100
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking14.6%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband76.0%

Is Parkdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkdale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkdale is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Parkdale has a population of 223 with a density of 1,715 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

223
Total Population
1,715
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkdale is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Parkdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkdale is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

In Parkdale, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits63.6%

Food & Exercise

Parkdale has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,715/sq mi
Coordinates38.4790°N, 90.5276°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,715/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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