Parker Strip, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
767 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,765 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$346 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$599 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

La Paz County
2
Arizona
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

La Paz County
4
Arizona
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 51
Feb 1 0 55
Mar 1 0 62
Apr 0 0 69
May 0 0 78
Jun 0 0 87
Jul 1 0 92
Aug 1 0 91
Sep 1 0 84
Oct 0 0 72
Nov 1 0 59
Dec 1 0 50

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, AZ State Senate District 30, AZ State House District 30, AZ
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Schools

Parker Alternative School
12 miles, W • 2.8 star
WAVE - Parker High School
13 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Charles of Italy Beauty College
18 miles, N • 1 star
Palo Verde College
52 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

La Paz Regional Hospital
13 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Havasu Regional Medical Center
19 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

McCarran International Airport
138 miles, N • 4.6 star
Palm Springs International Airport
139 miles, W • 1.9 star
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