Parker Strip, AZ

Arizona

Parker Strip is a small town in Arizona with a population of 767. Residents earn $56,765 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
767 Population 245/sq mi density
$56,765 Median Income $45,280 per capita
$199,500 Home Value
$896 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,765 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$199,500 home value, $896/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,765
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,500
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $896
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population767
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,765
Per Capita$45,280
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$849M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,500
Rent$896
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,260
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity31.8%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking14.7%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain5.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation421 ft (128 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+80.2%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries5

Is Parker Strip a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parker Strip receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Parker Strip offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parker Strip is $56,765, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parker Strip is $199,500, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Parker Strip has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Parker Strip has a population of 767 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

767
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Parker Strip vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.1%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.9%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Parker Strip vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parker Strip is $56,765, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Parker Strip vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,765
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,280
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$50,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$849M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare26
Retail87
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Parker Strip is $199,500, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,500
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$896
23% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,053
1 Bedroom$1,151
2 Bedrooms$1,419
3 Bedrooms$1,889
4 Bedrooms$2,158

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.1%
Housing Units1,260
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Parker Strip, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Parker Strip vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate68.8%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death23,645/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Parker Strip has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.9 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.9 inches
85% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates34.2707°N, 114.1297°W
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
County FIPS04012
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+80.2%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants74
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

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