Parkerville, KS

Kansas

Parkerville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 76. Residents earn $19,119 per year, which is 75% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
76 Population 585/sq mi density
$19,119 Median Income $23,096 per capita
$54,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,119 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,300 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,119
75% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,300
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 80.0%
545% higher than US avg

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

People

Population76
Median Age87.1 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,119
Per Capita$23,096
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty80.0%
County GDP$234M
Commute65 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,352 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute65 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries4

Is Parkerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkerville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Parkerville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkerville is $19,119, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 80.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkerville is $54,300, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkerville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Parkerville has a population of 76 with a density of 585 people per square mile. The median age is 87.1 years, 124% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

76
Total Population
585
People / sq mi
87.1yrs
Median Age
124% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.4%
Female 27.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkerville is $19,119, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 80.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes.

Income: Parkerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,119
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,096
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate80.0%
545% above US avg
Establishments (County)168
County GDP$234M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkerville is $54,300, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,300
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate7.15%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: Parkerville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Parkerville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates38.7633°N, 96.6609°W
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.80
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density585/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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