Median Income
$92,188
23% higher than US avg
Home Value
$418,100
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,746
50% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.5%
80% lower than US avg
How Parkwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,976
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density2,673/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Economy
A+
Median Income$92,188
Per Capita$40,399
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$418,100
Rent$1,746
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation316 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute30 min
Libraries9
Is Parkwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Parkwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. 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 $92,188, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Parkwood is $418,100, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,746 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Parkwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Parkwood has a population of 6,976 with a density of 2,673 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.6% |
| 13% below US avg |
The median household income in Parkwood is $92,188, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $92,188 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,399 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,739 |
| County GDP | $18,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 580 |
| Healthcare | 720 |
| Retail | 705 |
| Manufacturing | 158 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
The median home value in Parkwood is $418,100, 48% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,746 (50% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $418,100 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $472,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $472,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $234 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,746 |
| 50% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,028 |
| 101% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.68% |
In Parkwood, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Parkwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.1% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,099/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 720 |
Crime Rates: Parkwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Parkwood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.9 inches |
| 50% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 316 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,673/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5252°N, 122.6044°W |
| County FIPS | 53035 |