Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Parkesburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,894. Residents earn $84,952 per year, which is 13% above the national average.
Based on current data, Parkesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Parkesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Parkesburg is $84,952, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Parkesburg is $280,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,203 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 466 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 932 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.
25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Parkesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 86.9% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 13.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $84,952 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,996 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,690 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $147,173 |
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16,598 |
| County GDP | $60,160M |
| Restaurants | 1,045 |
| Healthcare | 1,591 |
| Retail | 1,361 |
| Manufacturing | 520 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,504 |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.39% |
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |
| Census Median | $280,000 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $344,465 |
| Median List Price | $377,500 |
| Median List Price | $377,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $92 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,203 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,504 |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.39% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,898/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Total Violent | 466.1/100K |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 82.3/100K |
| Robbery | 82.3/100K |
| Assault | 301.6/100K |
| Total Property | 932.3/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 109.7/100K |
| Theft | 795.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 27.4/100K |
| Arson | 27.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.1 inches |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,066/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9601°N, 75.9162°W |
| County FIPS | 42029 |
Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.0% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,066/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 18 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Restaurants | 1,045 |
| Retail Stores | 1,361 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
| Avg Commute | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |