Parkesburg, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Chester County County
Parkesburg, PA
At a Glance
How Parkesburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parkesburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parkesburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parkesburg residents earn a median household income of $84,952 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,996. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 16,598 business establishments, including 1,045 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parkesburg is $280,000 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $360,404. Median rent is $1,203/month, with 35.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Parkesburg reports 96 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 77/100K.
Education
25.0% of adults in Parkesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parkesburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.