Median Income
$66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$518
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.0%
13% higher than US avg
How Parks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population838
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density986/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Economy
B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$28,555
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$1,973M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$518
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,237
Health
Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain66.8 in/yr
Elevation20 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+94.0%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Libraries4
Is Parks a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Parks receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Parks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Parks is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Parks is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $518 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Parks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Parks has a population of 838 with a density of 986 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.3%), with 43.3% Black.
Population
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.4% |
| 45% below US avg |
The median household income in Parks is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,555 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,804 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,127 |
| County GDP | $1,973M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 151 |
| Manufacturing | 75 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Parks is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $518 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,237.
Home Values
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $126,237 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $518 |
| 55% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
In Parks, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Parks vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.2% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,427/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Parks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Parks has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 66.8 inches |
| 76% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 986/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.2178°N, 91.8276°W |
| County FIPS | 22099 |