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Parker, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Parker is a small town in Washington with a population of 90. Residents earn $31,094 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
90 Population 750/sq mi density
$31,094 Median Income $12,250 per capita
49°F Avg Temperature 279 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$31,094 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,094
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density750/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,094
Per Capita$12,250
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,348M
Commute15 min

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured21.5%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation929 ft (283 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+80.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute15 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries17

Is Parker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parker receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $31,094, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Parker experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Parker has a population of 90 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (12.2%).

Population

90
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Parker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only11.1%
86% below US avg
Spanish88.9%
563% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Parker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parker is $31,094, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Parker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,094
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,250
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$62,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,385
County GDP$13,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants526
Healthcare599
Retail708
Manufacturing248

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,109
46% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Parker, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate55.6%
Uninsured21.5%
150% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.1%
Dental Visits52.7%
Premature Death10,201/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities599
Parker has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.4 inches. The area enjoys 279 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.4 inches
78% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation929 ft (283 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates46.5022°N, 120.4668°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS53077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+80.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density750/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities599
Restaurants526
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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