California · Metropolitan Area
Parkwood is a small town in California with a population of 2,095. Residents earn $78,194 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Parkwood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Parkwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Parkwood is $78,194, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Parkwood is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,522 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Parkwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 36.3% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 63.7% |
| 375% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,194 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,355 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,114 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,784 |
| Unemployment | 12.5% |
| 247% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 44,409 |
| County GDP | $64,217M |
| Restaurants | 1,859 |
| Healthcare | 2,686 |
| Retail | 2,404 |
| Manufacturing | 570 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,543 |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.22% |
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $250,000 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $252,500 |
| Median List Price | $252,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $189 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 131.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,522 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,543 |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.1% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,008/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,686 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 178 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.3 inches |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 263 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,036/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9293°N, 120.0481°W |
| County FIPS | 06019 |
Winner: Republican by 4.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.7% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 68.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,036/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 41 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,686 |
| Restaurants | 1,859 |
| Retail Stores | 2,404 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 178 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |