Parsons, WV
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1,524
TOTAL POPULATION
775
MALE POPULATION
749
FEMALE POPULATION
103.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.65
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,505
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,729
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,076
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
646
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Parsons Zip Codes
Race in Parsons
The most populous races in Parsons are White / Caucasian (1,424 | 93.4%), Two or more Races (87 | 5.7%), and Some other Race (10 | 0.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 3 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 | 0.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,424 | 93.4% |
| Two or more Races | 87 | 5.7% |
| Some other Race | 10 | 0.7% |
| Total | 1,524 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Parsons
The most populous ancestries reported in Parsons are American (463 | 30.4%), German (255 | 16.7%), Irish (130 | 8.5%), English (101 | 6.6%), and European (77 | 5.1%), together accounting for 67.3% of all Parsons residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 463 | 30.4% |
| Belgian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 52 | 3.4% |
| Dutch | 18 | 1.2% |
| English | 101 | 6.6% |
| European | 77 | 5.1% |
| French | 22 | 1.4% |
| French Canadian | 2 | 0.1% |
| German | 255 | 16.7% |
| Irish | 130 | 8.5% |
| Italian | 69 | 4.5% |
| Korean | 2 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 46 | 3.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 29 | 1.9% |
| Scottish | 58 | 3.8% |
| Slovak | 6 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 8 | 0.5% | View All 17 Rows |
Immigrants in Parsons
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Parsons
Sex and Age in Parsons
The most populous age groups in Parsons are 55 to 59 Years (83 | 10.7%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (74 | 9.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 25 (3.2%) | 39 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 31 (4.0%) | 48 (6.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 76 (9.8%) | 35 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 40 (5.2%) | 39 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 15 (1.9%) | 17 (2.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 41 (5.3%) | 36 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 45 (5.8%) | 60 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 49 (6.3%) | 42 (5.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 73 (9.4%) | 74 (9.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 50 (6.5%) | 40 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 67 (8.6%) | 29 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 83 (10.7%) | 44 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 45 (5.8%) | 62 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 29 (3.7%) | 48 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 41 (5.3%) | 54 (7.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 43 (5.6%) | 38 (5.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 9 (1.2%) | 23 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 13 (1.7%) | 21 (2.8%) |
| Total | 775 (100.0%) | 749 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Parsons
Median Family Size in Parsons
The median family size in Parsons is 3.54 persons per family, with single female/mother families (71 | 22.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.1 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (201 | 62.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.28 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 201 (62.2%) | 3.28 |
| Single Male/Father | 51 (15.8%) | 3.80 |
| Single Female/Mother | 71 (22.0%) | 4.10 |
| Total Families | 323 (100.0%) | 3.54 |
Median Household Size in Parsons
The median household size in Parsons is 2.78 persons per household, with single female/mother households (71 | 13.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.7 persons per household. non-family households (222 | 40.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 201 (36.9%) | 3.35 |
| Single Male/Father | 51 (9.4%) | 4.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 71 (13.0%) | 4.70 |
| Non-family | 222 (40.7%) | 1.29 |
| Total Households | 545 (100.0%) | 2.78 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Parsons
Out of a total of 545 households in Parsons, 323 (59.3%) are family households, while 222 (40.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 136, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 194.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 194 (35.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 136 (24.9%) | 23 (4.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 82 (15.0%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 43 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 44 (8.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 18 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 323 (59.3%) | 222 (40.7%) |
Female Fertility in Parsons
Fertility by Age in Parsons
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Parsons
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Parsons
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Parsons
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Parsons
Income Overview in Parsons
Per Capita Income in Parsons is $22,505, while median incomes of families and households are $58,750 and $45,729 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,524 | $22,505 |
| Median Family Income | 323 | $58,750 |
| Mean Family Income | 323 | $62,762 |
| Median Household Income | 545 | $45,729 |
| Mean Household Income | 545 | $51,293 |
| Income Deficit | 323 | $8,076 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,524 | 30.53% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,524 | 69.47¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,524 | 0.38 |
Earnings by Sex in Parsons
Average Earnings in Parsons are $30,817, $37,788 for men and $26,250 for women, a difference of 30.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 393 (62.1%) | $37,788 |
| Female | 240 (37.9%) | $26,250 |
| Total | 633 (100.0%) | $30,817 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Parsons
The most common earnings brackets in Parsons are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (59 | 15.0%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (34 | 14.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 17 (4.3%) | 16 (6.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 10 (2.5%) | 5 (2.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5 (1.3%) | 34 (14.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 9 (2.3%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 14 (3.6%) | 15 (6.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 12 (3.0%) | 18 (7.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (4.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 11 (2.8%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 6 (1.5%) | 6 (2.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 22 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 59 (15.0%) | 32 (13.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 12 (3.0%) | 15 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 31 (7.9%) | 11 (4.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 46 (11.7%) | 6 (2.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 24 (6.1%) | 19 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 24 (6.1%) | 14 (5.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 27 (6.9%) | 19 (7.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 13 (3.3%) | 6 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 38 (9.7%) | 7 (2.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 13 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 393 (100.0%) | 240 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Parsons
Average earnings in Parsons are $39,519 for men and $27,361 for women, a difference of 30.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,000, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,272. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $29,583, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,864.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,272 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $37,500 | $28,864 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,125 | $29,583 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | $55,000 | $0 |
| Total | $39,519 | $27,361 |
Family Income in Parsons
Family Income Brackets in Parsons
According to the Parsons family income data, there are 88 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.2% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 9 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 29 | 9.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 45 | 13.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 39 | 12.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 88 | 27.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 58 | 18.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 45 | 13.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5 | 1.5% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Parsons
4-person families (49 | 15.2%) account for the highest median family income in Parsons with $82,188 per family, while 2-person families (169 | 52.3%) have the highest median income of $22,708 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 169 (52.3%) | $45,417 |
| 3-Person Families | 58 (18.0%) | $63,333 |
| 4-Person Families | 49 (15.2%) | $82,188 |
| 5-Person Families | 29 (9.0%) | $74,792 |
| 6-Person Families | 18 (5.6%) | $41,136 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 323 (100.0%) | $58,750 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Parsons
The median family income in Parsons is $58,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (10) having the highest median family income of $83,125, while families with no earners (78) have the lowest median family income of $33,929, accounting for 3.1% and 24.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 78 (24.1%) | $33,929 |
| 1 Earner | 147 (45.5%) | $58,068 |
| 2 Earners | 88 (27.2%) | $72,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 10 (3.1%) | $83,125 |
| Total | 323 (100.0%) | $58,750 |
Household Income in Parsons
Household Income Brackets in Parsons
With 120 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Parsons, accounting for 22.0% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 25 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 67 | 12.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 69 | 12.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 53 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 77 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 120 | 22.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 77 | 14.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 52 | 9.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5 | 0.9% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Parsons
The median household income in Parsons is $45,729, with the highest median household income of $56,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 150 households (27.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,188, with 225 households (41.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 10 (1.8%) | $53,000 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 150 (27.5%) | $56,500 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 160 (29.4%) | $49,500 |
| 65+ Years | 225 (41.3%) | $27,188 |
| Total | 545 (100.0%) | $45,729 |
Poverty in Parsons
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Parsons
With 17.0% poverty level for males and 16.7% for females among the residents of Parsons, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 8 females (80.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (63.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 6 (17.6%) | 18 (32.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 11 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 6 (66.7%) | 8 (80.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (24.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 15 (17.4%) | 23 (24.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 10 (8.2%) | 21 (18.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 13 (11.1%) | 8 (11.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 18 (14.1%) | 10 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (21.4%) | 8 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (27.7%) | 17 (20.7%) |
| Total | 128 (17.0%) | 123 (16.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Parsons
According to the poverty statistics in Parsons, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 7 (36.8%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 28 (82.4%) | 37 (67.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 44 (80.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 3 (33.3%) | 2 (20.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 31 (75.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 71 (82.6%) | 73 (76.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 112 (91.8%) | 95 (81.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 104 (88.9%) | 61 (88.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 110 (85.9%) | 96 (90.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (78.6%) | 94 (92.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (72.3%) | 65 (79.3%) |
| Total | 624 (83.0%) | 615 (83.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Parsons
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Parsons show that 9.0% or 18 of the total 201 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 21.0%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 125 (92.6%) | 10 (7.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 30 (78.9%) | 8 (21.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 183 (91.0%) | 18 (9.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Parsons
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (62.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (26.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Parsons
The poverty data for Parsons shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (9.0%) and 19 of the single-parent households (15.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (21.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 10 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (21.0%) | 15 (28.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 18 (9.0%) | 19 (15.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Parsons
Employment by Class of Employer in Parsons
Among the 547 employed individuals in Parsons, private company employees (349 | 63.8%), not-for-profit organizations (62 | 11.3%), and local government employees (62 | 11.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 349 | 63.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 15 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 13 | 2.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 62 | 11.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 62 | 11.3% |
| State Government Employees | 41 | 7.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 5 | 0.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 547 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Parsons
According to the labor force statistics for Parsons, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,249), 51.7% or 646 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.8% or 89 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 87.5% or 28 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 5 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 10 (17.2%) | 5 (50.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 28 (87.5%) | 8 (28.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 58 (75.3%) | 17 (29.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 85 (81.0%) | 32 (37.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 166 (69.7%) | 23 (13.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 138 (74.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 92 (72.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 24 (22.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (26.2%) | 4 (8.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 646 (51.7%) | 89 (13.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Parsons
According to labor force statistics for Parsons, 67.0% of individuals (563) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (840) are in the labor force, with 12.8% or 72 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 81.2% or 56 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.6% or 46 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 55 (43.0%) | 14 (10.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 314 (69.6%) | 66 (14.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 138 (71.9%) | 28 (14.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 56 (81.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 563 (67.0%) | 108 (12.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Parsons
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Parsons are Management (69 | 12.4%), Community & Social Service (46 | 8.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (38 | 6.8%), Education, Arts & Media (32 | 5.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (11 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Parsons, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Management (63.8%), and Business & Financial (30.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (90.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 44 (63.8%) | 25 (36.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 3 (30.0%) | 7 (70.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 9 (19.6%) | 37 (80.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3 (9.4%) | 29 (90.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 3 (27.3%) | 8 (72.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 5 (13.2%) | 33 (86.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 61 (37.4%) | 102 (62.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 343 (61.6%) | 214 (38.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Parsons are Personal Care & Service (32 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (21 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (21 | 3.8%), Law Enforcement (21 | 3.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (20 | 3.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Parsons, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (85.7%), Law Enforcement (85.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (75.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 18 (85.7%) | 3 (14.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 18 (85.7%) | 3 (14.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 14 (70.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 8 (25.0%) | 24 (75.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 40 (36.4%) | 70 (63.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 343 (61.6%) | 214 (38.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Parsons are Office & Administration (44 | 7.9%), and Sales & Related (36 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 22 (50.0%) | 22 (50.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 46 (57.5%) | 34 (42.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 343 (61.6%) | 214 (38.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Parsons are Construction & Extraction (81 | 14.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 93 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 343 (61.6%) | 214 (38.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Parsons are Production (45 | 8.1%), Material Moving (40 | 7.2%), and Transportation (26 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 32 (80.0%) | 8 (20.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 103 (92.8%) | 8 (7.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 343 (61.6%) | 214 (38.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Parsons
Employment Industries in Parsons
The major employment industries in Parsons include Health Care & Social Assistance (137 | 24.6%), Construction (100 | 17.9%), Retail Trade (65 | 11.7%), Manufacturing (63 | 11.3%), and Public Administration (48 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Parsons
The Parsons industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 100 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 58 (92.1%) | 5 (7.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 37 (56.9%) | 28 (43.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 10 (83.3%) | 2 (16.7%) |
| Utilities | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 14 (63.6%) | 8 (36.4%) |
| Educational Services | 6 (40.0%) | 9 (60.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 31 (22.6%) | 106 (77.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 18 (78.3%) | 5 (21.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Public Administration | 45 (93.8%) | 3 (6.2%) |
| Total | 343 (61.6%) | 214 (38.4%) |
Education in Parsons
School Enrollment in Parsons
The most common levels of schooling among the 275 students in Parsons are high school (104 | 37.8%), elementary school (77 | 28.0%), and middle school (65 | 23.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 8 | 2.9% |
| Kindergarten | 1 | 0.4% |
| Elementary School | 77 | 28.0% |
| Middle School | 65 | 23.6% |
| High School | 104 | 37.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 17 | 6.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 3 | 1.1% |
| Total | 275 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Parsons
Out of a total of 275 students who are enrolled in schools in Parsons, 45 (16.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 230 (83.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (37.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 67 (84.8%) | 12 (15.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 92 (86.0%) | 15 (14.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 28 (70.0%) | 12 (30.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 26 (89.7%) | 3 (10.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 5 (62.5%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 230 (83.6%) | 45 (16.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Parsons
Business (41 | 26.5%), education (34 | 21.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (26 | 16.8%), arts & humanities (17 | 11.0%), and engineering (11 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 155 individuals in Parsons who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 4 | 2.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 26 | 16.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 3 | 1.9% |
| Engineering | 11 | 7.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 3 | 1.9% |
| Science & Technology | 7 | 4.5% |
| Business | 41 | 26.5% |
| Education | 34 | 21.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 6 | 3.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 3 | 1.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 17 | 11.0% |
| Total | 155 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Parsons
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Parsons
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Parsons are males with 3 vehicles (126, accounting for 37.6%) and females with 3 vehicles (28, making up 59.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 83 (24.8%) | 85 (40.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 102 (30.4%) | 91 (42.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 126 (37.6%) | 28 (13.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 19 (5.7%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 5 (1.5%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| Total | 335 (100.0%) | 212 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Parsons
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Parsons are 5 to 9 minutes (97 commuters, 18.8%), 90 or more minutes (95 commuters, 18.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (55 commuters, 10.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 40 | 7.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 97 | 18.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 50 | 9.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 22 | 4.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 45 | 8.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 21 | 4.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 55 | 10.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 9 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 39 | 7.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 9 | 1.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 33 | 6.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 95 | 18.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Parsons
The most common commute times in Parsons are 90 or more minutes (95 commuters, 28.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (40 commuters, 22.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 30 (9.0%) | 10 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 57 (17.0%) | 40 (22.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 32 (9.6%) | 18 (10.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 7 (2.1%) | 15 (8.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 22 (6.6%) | 23 (12.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 10 (3.0%) | 11 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 23 (6.9%) | 32 (17.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 (1.5%) | 4 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 28 (8.4%) | 11 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 4 (1.2%) | 5 (2.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 22 (6.6%) | 11 (6.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 95 (28.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Parsons
The most frequent times of departure to work in Parsons are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (70, 20.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (55, 30.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 42 (12.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 15 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 70 (20.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 21 (6.3%) | 12 (6.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 57 (17.0%) | 6 (3.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 26 (7.8%) | 25 (13.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 41 (12.2%) | 55 (30.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 11 (3.3%) | 32 (17.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 7 (2.1%) | 3 (1.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 13 (3.9%) | 13 (7.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 3 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 21 (6.3%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 7 (2.1%) | 10 (5.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1 (0.3%) | 22 (12.2%) |
| Total | 335 (100.0%) | 180 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Parsons
Occupancy by Ownership in Parsons
Of the total 545 dwellings in Parsons, owner-occupied units account for 378 (69.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 167 (30.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 378 | 69.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 167 | 30.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 545 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Parsons
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 194 | 35.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 159 | 29.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 85 | 15.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 107 | 19.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 545 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Parsons
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 106 (54.6%) | 88 (45.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 130 (81.8%) | 29 (18.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 39 (45.9%) | 46 (54.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 103 (96.3%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 378 (69.4%) | 167 (30.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Parsons
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 21 (58.3%) | 15 (41.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 189 (71.9%) | 74 (28.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 96 (71.1%) | 39 (28.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 72 (64.9%) | 39 (35.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Parsons
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 71 | 13.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 89 | 16.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 52 | 9.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 108 | 19.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 125 | 22.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 74 | 13.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 26 | 4.8% |
| Total | 545 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Parsons
Median Income by Occupancy in Parsons
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 378 (69.4%) | $57,632 |
| Renter-Occupied | 167 (30.6%) | $20,990 |
| Average | 545 (100.0%) | $45,729 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Parsons
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 2 (0.5%) | 23 (13.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 38 (10.1%) | 29 (17.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 10 (2.6%) | 22 (13.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 13 (3.4%) | 24 (14.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 46 (12.2%) | 7 (4.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 60 (15.9%) | 17 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 89 (23.5%) | 31 (18.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 74 (19.6%) | 3 (1.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 41 (10.8%) | 11 (6.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 378 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Parsons
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 80 (21.2%) | 31 (18.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 88 (23.3%) | 8 (4.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 79 (20.9%) | 29 (17.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 51 (13.5%) | 52 (31.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 56 (14.8%) | 21 (12.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 22 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 378 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Parsons
Housing Structures in Parsons
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 424 | 77.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 19 | 3.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 33 | 6.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 67 | 12.3% |
| Total | 545 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Parsons
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 323 (76.2%) | 101 (23.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 12 (63.2%) | 7 (36.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 43 (64.2%) | 24 (35.8%) |
| Total | 378 (69.4%) | 167 (30.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Parsons
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 3 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 3 (0.8%) | 37 (22.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 83 (22.0%) | 39 (23.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 180 (47.6%) | 72 (43.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 109 (28.8%) | 19 (11.4%) |
| Total | 378 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Parsons
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 274 (72.5%) | 86 (51.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 12 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 31 (8.2%) | 72 (43.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 61 (16.1%) | 9 (5.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 378 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Parsons
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 17 (4.5%) | 32 (19.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 168 (44.4%) | 95 (56.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 100 (26.5%) | 40 (23.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 93 (24.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 378 (100.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Parsons
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Parsons
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 190 | 188 |
| Median Property Value | $81,500 | $96,700 |
| Median Household Income | $38,333 | $5 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $325 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $325 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Parsons
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 41 (21.6%) | 9 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 90 (47.4%) | 91 (48.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 56 (29.5%) | 79 (42.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 3 (1.6%) | 9 (4.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 190 (100.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Parsons
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 2 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 46 (24.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 37 (19.5%) | 15 (8.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 20 (10.5%) | 9 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 31 (16.3%) | 40 (21.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35 (18.4%) | 58 (30.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19 (10.0%) | 39 (20.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (11.7%) |
| Total | 190 (100.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Parsons
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 96 (50.5%) | 61,250 (32,579.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 27 (14.2%) | 113 (60.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 35 (18.4%) | 36 (19.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 30 (15.8%) | 19 (10.1%) |
| Total | 190 (100.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Parsons
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 153 (80.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 6 (3.2%) | 161 (85.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3 (1.6%) | 21 (11.2%) |
| Total | 190 (100.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Parsons
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parsons
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 248 (99.2%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 42 (93.3%) | 3 (6.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 119 (67.2%) | 58 (32.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 212 (89.1%) | 26 (10.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 171 (91.9%) | 15 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 220 (94.0%) | 14 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 172 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 147 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,399 (92.2%) | 118 (7.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Parsons
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 248 (99.2%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 42 (93.3%) | 3 (6.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Parsons
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 253 (96.2%) | 10 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 256 (86.2%) | 41 (13.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 367 (89.5%) | 43 (10.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 322 (95.6%) | 15 (4.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 201 (95.7%) | 9 (4.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parsons
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 44 (64.7%) | 24 (35.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 155 (62.0%) | 129 (51.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 22 (48.9%) | 30 (66.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 59 (33.3%) | 60 (33.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 50 (21.0%) | 162 (68.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 62 (33.3%) | 119 (64.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 122 (52.1%) | 134 (57.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 172 (100.0%) | 110 (63.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 147 (100.0%) | 96 (65.3%) |
| Total | 833 (54.9%) | 864 (57.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Parsons
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (17.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (20.6%) | 17 (17.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (19.8%) | 48 (35.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 91 (24.8%) | 136 (46.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (45.7%) | 36 (35.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (26.2%) | 41 (50.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Parsons
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (17.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 29 (7.9%) | 46 (15.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (10.0%) | 7 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (21.5%) | 21 (25.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (14.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 21 (5.7%) | 15 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (4.3%) | 7 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (12.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (20.6%) | 17 (17.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (19.8%) | 36 (26.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 54 (14.7%) | 75 (25.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (7.1%) | 14 (13.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (12.3%) | 11 (13.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 37 (10.1%) | 65 (22.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (37.1%) | 36 (35.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (16.9%) | 37 (45.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (2.6%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (6.0%) | 43 (14.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (4.3%) | 9 (8.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (16.9%) | 8 (9.8%) |
Technology Access in Parsons
Computing Device Access in Parsons
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 366 | 67.2% |
| Smartphone | 399 | 73.2% |
| Tablet | 315 | 57.8% |
| No Computing Device | 73 | 13.4% |
| Total | 545 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Parsons
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 390 | 71.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 41 | 7.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 21 | 3.8% |
| No Internet | 107 | 19.6% |
| Total | 545 | 100.0% |
Parsons Summary
Parsons is a city located in Tucker County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 1,541 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Tucker County. Parsons is located along the Black Fork of the Cheat River.
History
Parsons was founded in 1856 by William Parsons, a local landowner. The town was incorporated in 1891. The town was named after William Parsons, who was a prominent landowner in the area.
The town was originally a small farming community, but it grew rapidly in the late 19th century due to the arrival of the railroad. The railroad allowed for the transportation of coal and timber, which were the main industries in the area.
The town was also home to a number of businesses, including a sawmill, a gristmill, a tannery, and a brickyard. The town also had a number of churches, including the Methodist Episcopal Church, the Presbyterian Church, and the Baptist Church.
Geography
Parsons is located at 39°10′17″N 79°25′17″W (39.171445, -79.421445). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2), all of it land.
Economy
The economy of Parsons is largely based on the coal and timber industries. The town is home to several coal mines, as well as a number of timber companies. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,541 people, 645 households, and 393 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,717.2 people per square mile (664.2/km2). There were 717 housing units at an average density of 809.4 per square mile (312.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
There were 645 households, out of which 24.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.86.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $25,938, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,945. About 14.2% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Parsons?
Total Population of Parsons is 1,524.
What is the Total Male Population of Parsons?
Total Male Population of Parsons is 775.
What is the Total Female Population of Parsons?
Total Female Population of Parsons is 749.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Parsons?
There are 103.47 Males per 100 Females in Parsons.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Parsons?
There are 96.65 Females per 100 Males in Parsons.
What is the Median Population Age in Parsons?
Median Population Age in Parsons is 43.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Parsons
Average Family Size in Parsons is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Parsons
Average Household Size in Parsons is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Parsons?
Per Capita income in Parsons is $22,505.
What is the Median Family Income in Parsons?
Median Family Income in Parsons is $58,750.
What is the Median Household income in Parsons?
Median Household Income in Parsons is $45,729.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Parsons?
Income or Wage Gap in Parsons is 30.5%.
Women in Parsons earn 69.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Parsons?
Family Income Deficit in Parsons is $8,076.
Families that are below poverty line in Parsons earn $8,076 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Parsons?
Inequality or Gini Index in Parsons is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Parsons?
There are 646 People in the Labor Forcein in Parsons.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Parsons?
51.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Parsons.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Parsons?
Unemployment Rate in Parsons is 13.8%.