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Parker, CO

Name: Parker, CO
Rating: 4.3

Population: 48,442

Key findings

Parker has a Livability Score of 88_/100, which is considered exceptional
Parker crime rates are 51% lower than the Colorado average
Cost of living in Parker is 11% higher than the Colorado average
Parker real estate prices are 25% higher than the Colorado average
Rental prices in Parker are 28% higher than the Colorado average

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What do the locals think about Parker?

100%Family friendly 20%Public transit is accessible 30%Walkable to grocery stores 80%Yards are well-kept 60%Lots of parks 20%Walkable to restaurants 70%Friendly neighbors 60%Safe at night 70%Pet friendly 40%Streets have sidewalks 70%A quiet area 80%Sense of community

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Parker Demographics

Population48,442 Median Age35.0 Have Kids (under 18)60%

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Top Rated Schools in Parker

Name	Grades	Students	Proficiency
Legacy Point Elementary School	PK - 5	413	n/a
North Star Academy	KG - 8	682	n/a
Singing Hills Preschool	PK - PK	78	n/a
Chaparral High School	9 - 12	2,270	n/a
Singing Hills Elementary School	KG - 5	392	n/a
Mammoth Heights Elementary School	PK - 6	673	n/a
The Goddard School	PK - KG	16	n/a
Iron Horse Elementary School	PK - 5	477	n/a

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Parker Reviews

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My Experience of Parker, CO

Attractions9/10

Community8/10

Nightlife5/10

Dining5/10

Shopping6/10

I lived in Parker City, Colorado, and my childhood couldn't have been happier. I remember there being many activities for those who loved the outdoors. My family would always go walking through the numerous forest trails, and when I got older there were many areas where I was able to ride my bike and even ski. Parker has always been a great area for those who enjoy the outdoors. I don't every recall ever having a particularly hot summer, but the winters were always below zero.

I go back to visit my family, who still live there, every year and I am amazed at the amount of construction that has occurred over the past few years. There have been a lot of renovations made to the schools, which is wonderful, and there are a lot more shops and restaurants, which is also good for those who aren't as outdoorsy as me, but with construction there is noise, and those unsightly trucks and cranes everywhere. At least when construction is done Parker City will be a better place.

Speaking of schools, I am proud to say that Parker City has some of the highest scoring students in all of Colorado. The teachers are just so interested in helping their students learn.If I could ship my family back so my children could attend those schools I would, I am glad I did. it isn't just the teachers, the whole community is so welcoming and pleasant, they make you feel as though you are family from the moment you say hello. Between the friendly people and the beautiful landscapes I would highly recommend people to at least visit Parker City, Colorado so they can enjoy the city for all it has to offer.

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Source: The Parker, CO data and statistics displayed above are derived from the 2016 United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).