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Parrish, AL

Alabama · Walker County · Birmingham Metro

Parrish is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,093. Residents earn $25,769 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,093 Population 523/sq mi density
$25,769 Median Income $18,710 per capita
$49,900 Home Value $93,772 Zillow
$1,033 Median Rent 40.9% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
585 Violent Crime/100K 2,241 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$25,769 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,900 home value, $1,033/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
585 violent crimes/100K (54% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $25,769
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $49,900
82% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 585/100K
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,033
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.2%
111% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,093
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density523/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,769
Per Capita$18,710
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty26.2%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,900
Rent$1,033
Ownership58.1%
Zillow$93,772
Housing Units577
Rent Burden40.9%

Crime

F
Violent585/100K
Property2,241/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking20.9%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation398 ft (121 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+66.4%
Graduate+0.1%
School Score4.79

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute30 min
Broadband82.1%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Parrish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parrish receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Parrish has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parrish is $25,769, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parrish is $49,900, 82% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,033 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 585 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,241 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Parrish enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Parrish has a population of 1,093 with a density of 523 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.6% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (67.7%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 24% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,093
Total Population
523
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Parrish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parrish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parrish is $25,769, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,710 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $936, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,536 business establishments, including 108 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Parrish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,769
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,710
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209
Gini Index0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.2%
111% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Parrish is $49,900, 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,772, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 75.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,033 (11% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 577 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. The average annual property tax is $2,236 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 40.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,900
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$93,772

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$44
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio75.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,033
11% below US avg
Rent Burden40.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.1%
Owner-Occupied58.1%
Renter-Occupied41.9%
Housing Units577
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
In Parrish, 38.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 42.4% have high blood pressure. 20.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.0% report binge drinking. 34.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.8% experience frequent mental distress. 12.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,161. The dentist ratio is 1:2,145. 42.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep46.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,161
Dentists1:2,145
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits49.4%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189
Parrish has a violent crime rate of 585 per 100,000 residents, 54% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,241 per 100,000, 14% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Parrish receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent584.5/100K
54% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,240.6/100K
14% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents67
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Parrish enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 398 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation398 ft (121 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density523/sq mi
Coordinates33.7323°N, 87.2801°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWalker County County
Nearest AirportBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)
33 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.8"
63% above US avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability80.2 / 100
Community Resilience22.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 145 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 66 km
Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 109 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 101 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 79 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 46 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 63 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 133 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 60 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 64 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 112 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 52 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 62 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 110 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 70 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 49 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 55 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 63 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 7 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Katrina (2005, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Katrina Category 1 284 km
2004 Ivan Category 1 262 km
1995 Opal Category 1 196 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

728 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 410 fatalities, 4,858 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 90 km 72
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 35 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 40 km 22
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 79 km 28
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 84 km 28
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 46 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 99 km 64
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 66 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 99 km 13
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 74 km 4
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 81 km 0
Dec 16, 2000 EF4 85 km 11
Feb 23, 1975 EF4 78 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 100 km 3
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 11 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 91 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 40 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 50 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 75 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 21 km 4
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX (5,018 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 OAK COMPARTMENT 50/51 RX 5,018 90 km
2019 OK C-49 4,745 89 km
2022 OK TORNADO UNIT 4,504 84 km
2022 OK COMP 40/53 4,093 94 km
2020 OK PAYNE LAKE 4,078 94 km
2022 OK C-1/2/3/4 COMBINED 3,841 81 km
2022 OK COMP 50/51/52 3,786 95 km
2024 OAK COMP 16/17/18 RX 3,579 84 km
2021 OK 234 3,482 88 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,414 91 km
2022 OK C-36/38/39 COMBINED 3,373 91 km
2021 OK COMP 33 AND 43 3,164 89 km
2021 OK COMP 49 3,146 91 km
2022 OK COMP 14 3,140 83 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,112 61 km
2024 OAK COMP 55/56 RX 3,088 95 km
2021 OK 232 UNIT 2,977 86 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,909 95 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,893 35 km
2020 BK OWL CREEK 2,838 67 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 5.3 in
March 53°F (12°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 60°F (16°C) 5.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
June 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.3 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.4 in Driest
November 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.7 in

Parrish has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.4").

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Parrish is located in Walker County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 10.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. 0.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85.6% of the vote, a 71.8-point margin. 82.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 189 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents67
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+66.4%
Graduate Degree+0.1%
School Test Score4.79
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density523/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi
CountyWalker County County

Services

Broadband Access82.1%
Avg Download Speed133.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%
Average costs for common services in Parrish. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$632
Toddler$651
Preschool$597
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$630
Toddler$614
Preschool$560
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Walker County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,485 289 $48,946 1.30
Retail Trade 3,176 258 $36,127 1.70
Manufacturing 2,601 68 $58,051 1.69
Accommodation & Food Services 2,096 120 $20,792 1.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 652 12 $99,162 9.21
Other Services 564 102 $50,482 1.00
Construction 545 101 $65,280 0.55
Wholesale Trade 381 71 $65,138 0.52
Finance & Insurance 356 80 $64,940 0.47
Transportation & Warehousing 217 42 $55,591 0.27
Utilities 155 13 $144,257 2.18
Agriculture & Forestry 152 26 $56,613 1.00
Real Estate 131 49 $47,920 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 91 9 $25,493 0.29
Information & Technology 87 16 $76,216 0.25
Educational Services 66 10 $33,276 0.17

Schools in Parrish

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Parrish ElementaryMiddle School Elementary 324 20 16.2:1
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Radio Stations near Parrish

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk 94.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
103.7 The Q - WQEN - Trussville/Birmingham, AL top 40 AAC
98 TXT - WTXT - Fayette/Tuscaloosa, AL country AAC
94.1 ZBQ - WZBQ - Carrollton/Tuscaloosa, AL top 40 AAC
Talk 99.5 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Rock 105.1 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps
Classic Rock 105.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
thegreatiamb Radio americana, catholic MP3
thegreatiamb Kids americana, ballet MP3

Campgrounds Near Parrish

7 campgrounds found near Parrish.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rocky Branch Day Use Park 5.0/5 2 $40
DEERLICK CREEK 4.8/5 47 $20–$30
BURCHFIELD BRANCH PARK 4.5/5 37 $20–$40
CORINTH RECREATION AREA 4.5/5 61 $22–$58
CLEAR CREEK (AL) 4.2/5 105 $24–$85
HOUSTON RECREATION AREA Free
HOUSTON SHELTER 1 Free

National Parks Near Parrish

6 national parks and monuments found near Parrish.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Lake Lurleen State Park State Park Free
Oak Mountain State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free
Tishomingo State Park State Park Free

Museums in Parrish

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALABAMA MINING MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2056482442$62,187
CARL ELLIOTT HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053870511
NAUVOO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2053871709
WALKER COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3408

Libraries in Parrish

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CARL ELLIOTT REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM98 18TH STREET EAST0.0209,399
JASPER PUBLIC LIBRARY98 EAST 18TH STREET0.049,367
SUMITON PUBLIC LIBRARY416 STATE STREET0.06,420
CARBON HILL CITY LIBRARY215 NW 2ND STREET0.02,496

Farmers Markets in Parrish

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Walker County Farmer's Market 1501 Airport Road 05/21/2016 to 10/22/2016Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Parrish

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Breweries in Parrish

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Don'sFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries300 19th St E2053878156

Pharmacies in Parrish

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WAYNE GROSS PHARMACY 6456 STATE HIGHWAY 269 205-686-9945

Cell Towers in Parrish

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7301 WILLIAM HOWTON ROADTOWER145
(Water Oak) 10003 Main StreetLTOWER95
1273 MARIGOLD ROAD (78921)GTOWER89
67 FIRE TOWER RD #6 (78908)GTOWER86
(Chisca) 357 Lost Creek RdLTOWER81
.25 MI N OF RT 79 4.5 MI NWTOWER60
150 HUMMINGBIRD LANE (60301)LTOWER59
150 HUMMINGBIRD LANE (60301)LTOWER59
7279 WILLIAM HOWTONS ROAD (60300)LTOWER59

Fire Stations in Parrish

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Hay Valley Fire Department3604 Hay Valley RDVolunteer205-482-0529
Parrish Fire & Rescue24 Bank STVolunteer205-686-5762

Power Plants Near Parrish

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
GORGASCONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL221112-87.2RE

Bridges in Parrish

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Channel BeamConcrete1995738,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19701567,500G
CulvertConcrete1956213,621F
Tee BeamConcrete19571203,621F
Tee BeamConcrete19571183,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19851572,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19946502,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19944992,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20174802,195G
CulvertConcrete1969582,000F
Truss (Thru)Steel19202751,000P
Truss (Thru)Steel1962450800F
CulvertConcrete197032800G
Tee BeamConcrete194036700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1962271625F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1962270500F
Tee BeamConcrete194053500F
Tee BeamConcrete194054450F
CulvertConcrete197226400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196530325F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2005250300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196040225F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1974154210P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197530100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19933550F
Tee BeamConcrete1940461P

Correctional Facilities in Parrish

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
PARRISH CITY JAIL6484 STATE HIGHWAY 269 SOUTHLOCAL-999-999NOT AVAILABLE

Superfund Sites Near Parrish

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GENPOWER KELLEY LLC249 FLAT CREEK ROADWALKER

Airports Near Parrish

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Shelby County AirportMedium Airport
Tuscaloosa National AirportTCLMedium Airport
Addison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Bill Pugh FieldSmall Airport
Bird Nest AirportSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom FieldSmall Airport
Elam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Evans AirportSmall Airport
Flying X Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hartselle-Morgan County Regional AirportSmall Airport
KownSmall Airport
Marion County Rankin Fite AirportHABSmall Airport
McCall AirportSmall Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
North Pickens AirportSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Posey FieldSmall Airport
Richard Arthur FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Tri-L Acres AirportSmall Airport
Turkey Creek AirportSmall Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill FieldSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Parrish

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 17400Other11254 Highway 269
DOLLAR GENERAL 7784Other6123 Highway 269
SON'S OF PARRISH INCSupermarket6350 Highway 269

Treatment Centers in Parrish

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Birmingham VA Healthcare System - Jasper VA ClinicBoth205-221-7384
Health Connect AmericaBoth205-530-6007
Walker Recovery Center IncSubstance Abuse205-221-1799

Churches & Religious Organizations in Parrish

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACECOKER ST
FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 76
WE WILL RIDE MINISTRIES569 KILPATRICK RD

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Parrish

What is the population of Parrish?

Parrish has a population of 1,093 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 523 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.6% female and 53.4% male.

Is Parrish expensive to live in?

Parrish is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $25,769, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $49,900 (82% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,033 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Parrish safe?

The violent crime rate in Parrish is 585 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,241 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Parrish receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Parrish?

Parrish enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Parrish?

Parrish has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $936. There are 1,536 business establishments in the area, including 108 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Parrish?

The median home value in Parrish is $49,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,772. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,033. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,236.

How are the schools in Parrish?

Schools in Parrish have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 10.5% of adults in Parrish hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. 0.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Parrish?

The obesity rate in Parrish is 38.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.9% of adults are smokers. 34.4% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 12.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 42.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,161.

What is transportation like in Parrish?

The average commute in Parrish is 30 minutes. 73.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Parrish?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Parrish is 67.7% White, 24% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 22.3% of residents have a disability. 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

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