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Parkersburg, IA
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Parkersburg, IA
At a Glance
How Parkersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parkersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parkersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parkersburg residents earn a median household income of $73,482 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,957. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 424 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parkersburg is $200,000 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $234,460. Median rent is $695/month, with 24.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Parkersburg reports 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,923/100K.
Education
29.0% of adults in Parkersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parkersburg has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.