Parkville, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Parkville is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,354. Residents earn $74,509 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
8,354 Population 2,871/sq mi density
$74,509 Median Income $35,526 per capita
$207,100 Home Value
$1,181 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,509 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,100 home value, $1,181/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,509
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,181
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,354
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density2,871/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,509
Per Capita$35,526
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
Rent$1,181
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation692 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute27 min
Libraries14

Is Parkville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkville 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. Parkville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkville is $74,509, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkville is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,181 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Parkville has a population of 8,354 with a density of 2,871 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 7.7% Hispanic.

Population

8,354
Total Population
2,871
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkville is $74,509, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% 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$74,509
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,526
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkville is $207,100, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,181 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,181
2% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate3.40%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Parkville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density2,871/sq mi
Coordinates39.7859°N, 76.9685°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,871/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home6.6%

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