Home Value $82,400

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.8%

71% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.5%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.7%

86% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.8%

60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population414

Median Age38.0 yrs

Density125/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans3.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$33,047

Unemployment6.7%

Poverty19.8%

Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$82,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units178

Rent Burden38.3%

Health

Obesity34.5%

Uninsured8.0%

Smoking15.9%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain42.1 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation2,163 ft (659 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.8%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%

Commute38 min

Broadband77.5%

Libraries1

Is Parrott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parrott receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Parrott faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parrott is $82,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Parrott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Parrott has a population of 414 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

414

Total Population

125

People / sq mi

38.0yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

3.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%

Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Parrott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parrott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parrott is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Parrott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,047
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,039
IRS Avg AGI	$56,929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.7%
	86% above US avg
Poverty Rate	19.8%
	60% above US avg
Establishments (County)	372

Business (County)

Restaurants	43
Healthcare	43
Retail	36
Manufacturing	14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,194
	9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.9 min
Drive Alone	42.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Parrott is $82,400, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$82,400
	71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	38.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,137
1 Bedroom	$1,181
2 Bedrooms	$1,369
3 Bedrooms	$1,787
4 Bedrooms	$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.7%
Housing Units	178
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,194
	9% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.88%

In Parrott, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.5%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	31.2%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	24.3%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%
Uninsured	8.0%
	7% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	61.9%
Premature Death	8,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	77.1%
Healthcare Facilities	43

Parrott has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	53.0°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.1 inches
	11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,163 ft (659 m)
Area	3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density	125/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2141°N, 80.6318°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	51750

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%

D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.8%
	71% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.58

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	125/sq mi
Total Area	3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.5%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	43
Restaurants	43
Retail Stores	36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.9 min
Drive Alone	42.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Parrott, VA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Parrott a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Parrott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Parrott vs U.S. Average

Income: Parrott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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