Median Income
$72,188
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$249,500
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.2%
31% higher than US avg
How Parker Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population643
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,837/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
C+
Median Income$72,188
Per Capita$27,245
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$2,007M
Commute50 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$249,500
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.6%
Health
Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Elevation4,925 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 16%
Commute50 min
Libraries4
Is Parker a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Parker receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Parker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Parker is $72,188, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Parker is $249,500, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Parker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Parker has a population of 643 with a density of 1,837 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Parker is $72,188, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,188 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,245 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $814 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,276 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.7% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,707 |
| County GDP | $2,007M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 138 |
| Retail | 157 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,660 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 49.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Parker is $249,500, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $249,500 |
| 11% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,135 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,660 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
In Parker, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Parker vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.2% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 58.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,017/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 138 |
Crime Rates: Parker vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Parker has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.8 inches |
| 61% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,925 ft (1,501 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,837/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9584°N, 111.7592°W |
| County FIPS | 16065 |