Median Income
$30,859
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$568
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
50.1%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
71.3%
475% higher than US avg
How Parmelee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population637
Median Age18.0 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
C
Median Income$30,859
Per Capita$5,349
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty71.3%
County GDP$143M
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$568
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity50.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease10.9%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Elevation2,680 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+84.4%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
CommuteN/A
Broadband88.0%
Libraries3
Is Parmelee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Parmelee receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Parmelee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Parmelee is $30,859, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 71.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Parmelee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Parmelee has a population of 637 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 18.0 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98%).
Population
18.0yrs
Median Age
54% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 78.7% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Spanish | 21.3% |
| 59% above US avg |
The median household income in Parmelee is $30,859, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 71.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,859 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $5,349 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $42,858 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 71.3% |
| 475% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 98 |
| County GDP | $143M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 12 |
Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $568 |
| 51% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Parmelee, 50.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 39.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Parmelee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 50.1% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 22.9% |
| Heart Disease | 10.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 15.0% |
| COPD | 12.8% |
| Stroke | 6.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.6% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.1% |
| Physical Distress | 21.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 56.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 21,695/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Crime Rates: Parmelee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Parmelee has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.9 inches |
| 42% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 47.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,680 ft (817 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3337°N, 101.0430°W |
| County FIPS | 46007 |