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Parral, OH

Ohio

Parral is a small town in Ohio with a population of 226. Residents earn $70,938 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 1,256/sq mi density
$70,938 Median Income $32,275 per capita
$159,400 Home Value
$1,028 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$70,938 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $1,028/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,938
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,028
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density1,256/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,938
Per Capita$32,275
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$5,338M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$1,028
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units127
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.7%
Libraries12

Is Parral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parral receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Parral offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parral is $70,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parral is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Parral experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Parral has a population of 226 with a density of 1,256 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 15.9% Black.

Population

226
Total Population
1,256
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Parral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parral is $70,938, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Parral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,938
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,275
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$69,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,444
County GDP$5,338M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare199
Retail304
Manufacturing206

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Parral is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,028
12% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
In Parral, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death9,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities199
Parral has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,256/sq mi
Coordinates40.5609°N, 81.4951°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,256/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants201
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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