Parkway, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $43,672

42% lower than US avg

Home Value $164,200

42% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.2%

61% lower than US avg

Median Rent $855

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.8%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.8%

6% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.0%

27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population673

Median Age41.2 yrs

Density1,463/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans13.7%

Economy

Median Income$43,672

Per Capita$25,193

Unemployment3.8%

Poverty9.0%

Commute35 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$164,200

Rent$855

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units304

Rent Burden32.8%

Health

Obesity40.8%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking20.2%

Depression28.4%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.2%

High School+83.7%

Graduate+4.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute35 min

Broadband88.5%

Is Parkway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkway receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Parkway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkway is $43,672, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkway is $164,200, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Parkway has a population of 673 with a density of 1,463 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 13.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

673

Total Population

1,463

People / sq mi

41.2yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.8%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.2%
	91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkway is $43,672, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,193 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% 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 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 2.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Parkway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,672
	42% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.8%
	6% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.0%
	27% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.7 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkway is $164,200, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% 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 304 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. 32.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$164,200
	42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$855
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	51.6%
Housing Units	304
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

In Parkway, 40.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.9% report binge drinking. 32.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.8%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.1%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.2%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	32.1%
Depression	28.4%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.6%
Short Sleep	35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.2%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	57.6%

Food & Exercise

Parkway experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.9°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.3 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	748 ft (228 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	1,463/sq mi
Coordinates	38.3381°N, 90.9699°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	29°F (-1°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.1 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.3 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.2 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in

Parkway has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 29°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (2.0").

13.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below 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. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access. 83.5% 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+	13.2%
	61% below US avg
High School+	83.7%
Graduate Degree+	4.5%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,463/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.7 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Parkway

What is the population of Parkway?

Parkway has a population of 673 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,463 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Parkway expensive to live in?

Parkway 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 $43,672, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $164,200 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Parkway?

Parkway has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Parkway?

Parkway has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 2.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Parkway?

The median home value in Parkway is $164,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $855. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Parkway?

Schools in Parkway score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.2% of adults in Parkway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Parkway?

The obesity rate in Parkway is 40.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 32.1% are physically inactive. 28.4% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Parkway?

The average commute in Parkway is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Parkway?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Parkway is 94.4% White, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 13.7% of the population are military veterans. 17.6% of residents have a disability. 97.2% have health insurance coverage.

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