Parkville, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Parkville is a mid-size city in Maryland with a population of 30,423. Residents earn $78,405 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
30,423 Population 7,092/sq mi density
$78,405 Median Income $39,012 per capita
$251,100 Home Value $279,441 Zillow
$1,471 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$78,405 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$251,100 home value, $1,471/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,405
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $251,100
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,471
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population30,423
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density7,092/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,405
Per Capita$39,012
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$73,114M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,100
Rent$1,471
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,441

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation354 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute27 min
EV Stations4
Libraries23

Is Parkville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Parkville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkville is $78,405, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkville is $251,100, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,471 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Parkville has a population of 30,423 with a density of 7,092 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 37% Black.

Population

30,423
Total Population
7,092
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkville is $78,405, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Parkville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,405
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,366
IRS Avg AGI$92,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)23,271
County GDP$73,114M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,782
Healthcare3,010
Retail2,491
Manufacturing404

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,448
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkville is $251,100, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,471 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,441.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,100
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,441
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold22
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops22.0%
Inventory41

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,471
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,630

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,448
56% above US avg
Effective Rate2.17%
In Parkville, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death8,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities3,010

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Safety Score

Parkville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation354 ft (108 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density7,092/sq mi
Coordinates39.3832°N, 76.5519°W
County FIPS24005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.5%
D 61%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.85
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,092/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries23
Healthcare Facilities3,010
Restaurants1,782
Retail Stores2,491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home11.3%

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