Median Income
$84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value
$124,200
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.5%
7% lower than US avg
How Parker Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population336
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,200/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
A
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$44,046
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$576M
Commute43 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,200
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,383
Rent Burden10.8%
Health
Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation1,005 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute43 min
Libraries6
Is Parker a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Parker receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include 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 $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Parker is $124,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Parker experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Parker has a population of 336 with a density of 1,200 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 5.1% Hispanic.
Population
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Parker is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $84,000 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,046 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $959 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,620 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,380 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 43.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
The median home value in Parker is $124,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,383.
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,200 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $337,383 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 10.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,380 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.72% |
In Parker, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Parker vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 13,559/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Parker vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Parker has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.3 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,005 ft (306 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3286°N, 94.9892°W |
| County FIPS | 20107 |