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Parker, KS
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Parker, KS
At a Glance
How Parker Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parker's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parker a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parker residents earn a median household income of $84,000 , which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,046. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 259 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parker is $124,200 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $337,383. Median rent is $850/month, with 10.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Parker reports 343 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,541/100K.
Education
9.0% of adults in Parker hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parker has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.