Parsons, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Labette County County
Parsons, KS
At a Glance
How Parsons Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parsons's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parsons a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parsons residents earn a median household income of $50,838 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,801. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 498 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parsons is $70,300 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $81,462. Median rent is $743/month, with 24.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Parsons reports 1,249 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 229% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,231/100K.
Education
23.0% of adults in Parsons hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parsons has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches.