Parkville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $170,794

127% higher than US avg

Home Value $557,100

98% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 50/100K

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 70.4%

109% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,078

7% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.6%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.3%

90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,022

Median Age38.8 yrs

Density537/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 83%

Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$170,794

Per Capita$78,167

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty1.3%

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$557,100

Rent$1,078

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$573,852

Housing Units2,958

Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

Violent50/100K

Property1,861/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault17/100K

Burglary133/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%

Uninsured6.4%

Smoking11.5%

Depression23.7%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.8 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation892 ft (272 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+70.4%

High School+97.1%

Graduate+27.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute22 min

Broadband93.6%

EV Stations4

Is Parkville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. 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 $170,794, which is significantly higher than the national average — 127% above $75,149. This places Parkville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkville is $557,100, making it a premium housing market at 98% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Parkville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,861 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Parkville is a highly educated community — 70.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Parkville has a population of 8,022 with a density of 537 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.6% female and 54.4% male. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,022

Total Population

537

People / sq mi

38.8yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

15.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%

Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.3%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.7%
	50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkville is $170,794, which is 127% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $78,167 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 18.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Parkville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$170,794
	127% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$78,167

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.3%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.2 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkville is $557,100, 98% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $573,852. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,078 (7% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,958 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1997. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$557,100
	98% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$573,852
Median List Price	$625,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$625,000
$/Sq Ft	$197
Homes Sold	7
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	5.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,078
	7% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,804
Rent Burden	26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	80.5%
Housing Units	2,958
Median Year Built	1997

Property Tax

In Parkville, 35.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 11.5% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 20.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.9% experience frequent mental distress. 6.4% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.6%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	8.2%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.5%
	18% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	20.6%
Depression	23.7%
Mental Distress	15.9%
Physical Distress	11.0%
Short Sleep	34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.4%
Uninsured	6.4%
	26% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.6%
Dental Visits	67.9%

Food & Exercise

Parkville has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 16.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 33.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,861 per 100,000, 5% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,728, burglary at 133, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Parkville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	49.9/100K
	87% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	33.2/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	16.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,861.1/100K
	5% below US avg
Burglary	132.9/100K
Theft	1,728.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Parkville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 892 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.4°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.8 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	892 ft (272 m)
Area	15.0 sq mi (38.7 km²)
Population Density	537/sq mi
Coordinates	39.1950°N, 94.6822°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (1°C)	1.3 in
March	44°F (7°C)	2.5 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.5 in
May	65°F (18°C)	5.2 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	4.9 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.8 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.5 in
December	32°F (0°C)	1.7 in

Parkville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (1.1").

70.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 109% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 27.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	70.4%
	109% above US avg
High School+	97.1%
Graduate Degree+	27.8%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	537/sq mi
Total Area	15.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.6%
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	5

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.2 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Parkville

What is the population of Parkville?

Parkville has a population of 8,022 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 537 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 45.6% female and 54.4% male.

Is Parkville expensive to live in?

Parkville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $170,794, 127% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $557,100 (98% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Parkville safe?

Parkville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,861 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Parkville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Parkville?

Parkville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Parkville?

The job market in Parkville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 18.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Parkville?

The median home value in Parkville is $557,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $573,852. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,078. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Parkville?

Schools in Parkville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 70.4% of adults in Parkville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 27.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Parkville?

The obesity rate in Parkville is 35.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.5% of adults are smokers. 20.6% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 6.4% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Parkville?

The average commute in Parkville is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Parkville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Parkville is 82.8% White, 2.5% Black or African American. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 9.8% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

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