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Parkersburg, IL
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Parkersburg, IL
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 $42,417 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,889. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 392 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parkersburg is $54,300 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,643. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Parkersburg reports 373 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,063/100K.
Education
3.4% of adults in Parkersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below the national average). 64.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parkersburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.