Parkwood, CA

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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,095 Population 3,036/sq mi density
$78,194 Median Income $20,355 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$1,522 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$78,194 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,522/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,194
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,522
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,095
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density3,036/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

C+
Median Income$78,194
Per Capita$20,355
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,522
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Elevation263 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+68.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute23 min
Libraries41

Is Parkwood a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Parkwood has a population of 2,095 with a density of 3,036 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,095
Total Population
3,036
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.3%
54% below US avg
Spanish63.7%
375% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Parkwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkwood is $78,194, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Parkwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,194
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$20,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkwood is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,522 (31% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg
Median List Price$252,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$252,500
$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio131.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,522
31% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Parkwood, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Parkwood has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation263 ft (80 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density3,036/sq mi
Coordinates36.9293°N, 120.0481°W
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+68.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,036/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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