Parke County, IN
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Parke County Overview
16,327
TOTAL POPULATION
7,861
MALE POPULATION
8,466
FEMALE POPULATION
92.85
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,961
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,899
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,393
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,205
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,770
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Parke County Area Codes
Race in Parke County
The most populous races in Parke County are White / Caucasian (15,459 | 94.7%), Two or more Races (493 | 3.0%), and Black / African American (307 | 1.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 307 | 1.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 157 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 7 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,459 | 94.7% |
| Two or more Races | 493 | 3.0% |
| Some other Race | 61 | 0.4% |
| Total | 16,327 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Parke County
The most populous ancestries reported in Parke County are German (3,276 | 20.1%), English (2,029 | 12.4%), American (1,810 | 11.1%), Irish (1,653 | 10.1%), and European (347 | 2.1%), together accounting for 55.8% of all Parke County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,810 | 11.1% |
| Apache | 16 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.0% |
| British | 34 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 26 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 13 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 150 | 0.9% |
| Croatian | 58 | 0.4% |
| Czech | 14 | 0.1% |
| Delaware | 1 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 321 | 2.0% |
| Eastern European | 18 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,029 | 12.4% |
| European | 347 | 2.1% |
| Finnish | 18 | 0.1% |
| French | 279 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 7 | 0.0% |
| German | 3,276 | 20.1% |
| Greek | 6 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 13 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Iranian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,653 | 10.1% |
| Italian | 214 | 1.3% |
| Korean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 129 | 0.8% |
| Northern European | 16 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 162 | 1.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 133 | 0.8% |
| Polish | 94 | 0.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 15 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 30 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 32 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 47 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 71 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 327 | 2.0% |
| Serbian | 28 | 0.2% |
| Slavic | 15 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 173 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 240 | 1.5% |
| Ukrainian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 94 | 0.6% | View All 45 Rows |
Immigrants in Parke County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Parke County came from Europe (66 | 0.4%), Central America (48 | 0.3%), Latin America (48 | 0.3%), Eastern Europe (36 | 0.2%), and Mexico (35 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.4% of all Parke County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 48 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakia | 33 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 36 | 0.2% |
| England | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 66 | 0.4% |
| France | 20 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 8 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 13 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 48 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 35 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 28 | 0.2% | View All 14 Rows |
Sex and Age in Parke County
Sex and Age in Parke County
The most populous age groups in Parke County are 60 to 64 Years (706 | 9.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (695 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 472 (6.0%) | 481 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 563 (7.2%) | 394 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 499 (6.4%) | 524 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 483 (6.1%) | 477 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 449 (5.7%) | 516 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 416 (5.3%) | 564 (6.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 491 (6.2%) | 569 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 285 (3.6%) | 488 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 496 (6.3%) | 509 (6.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 435 (5.5%) | 543 (6.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 504 (6.4%) | 496 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 482 (6.1%) | 503 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 706 (9.0%) | 695 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 522 (6.6%) | 447 (5.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 458 (5.8%) | 552 (6.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 366 (4.7%) | 397 (4.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 148 (1.9%) | 112 (1.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 86 (1.1%) | 199 (2.4%) |
| Total | 7,861 (100.0%) | 8,466 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Parke County
Median Family Size in Parke County
The median family size in Parke County is 3.18 persons per family, with single female/mother families (404 | 10.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.82 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (401 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.94 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,192 (79.9%) | 3.13 |
| Single Male/Father | 401 (10.0%) | 2.94 |
| Single Female/Mother | 404 (10.1%) | 3.82 |
| Total Families | 3,997 (100.0%) | 3.18 |
Median Household Size in Parke County
The median household size in Parke County is 2.66 persons per household, with single female/mother households (404 | 7.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.18 persons per household. non-family households (1,728 | 30.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,192 (55.8%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 401 (7.0%) | 3.57 |
| Single Female/Mother | 404 (7.1%) | 4.18 |
| Non-family | 1,728 (30.2%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 5,725 (100.0%) | 2.66 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Parke County
Out of a total of 5,725 households in Parke County, 3,997 (69.8%) are family households, while 1,728 (30.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,017, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,538.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,538 (26.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,017 (35.2%) | 163 (2.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 827 (14.4%) | 18 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 521 (9.1%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 353 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 51 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 228 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,997 (69.8%) | 1,728 (30.2%) |
Female Fertility in Parke County
Fertility by Age in Parke County
Average fertility rate in Parke County is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 147.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 243 (88.4%) | 147.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 32 (11.6%) | 20.0 |
| Total | 275 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Parke County
65.1% of women with births (275) in Parke County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 39.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 147 (60.5%) | 96 (39.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 179 (65.1%) | 96 (34.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Parke County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 106 (38.6%) | 98.0 |
| High School Diploma | 104 (37.8%) | 87.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 46 (16.7%) | 45.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (6.9%) | 55.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 275 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Parke County
34.9% of women with births in Parke County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 70.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 99 (93.4%) | 7 (6.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 31 (29.8%) | 73 (70.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 30 (65.2%) | 16 (34.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 179 (65.1%) | 96 (34.9%) |
Income in Parke County
Income Overview in Parke County
Per Capita Income in Parke County is $29,961, while median incomes of families and households are $71,899 and $63,393 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,327 | $29,961 |
| Median Family Income | 3,997 | $71,899 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,997 | $88,429 |
| Median Household Income | 5,725 | $63,393 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,725 | $79,566 |
| Income Deficit | 3,997 | $10,205 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,327 | 45.01% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,327 | 54.99¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,327 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Parke County
Average Earnings in Parke County are $37,472, $49,521 for men and $27,231 for women, a difference of 45.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,938 (54.0%) | $49,521 |
| Female | 3,355 (46.0%) | $27,231 |
| Total | 7,293 (100.0%) | $37,472 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Parke County
The most common earnings brackets in Parke County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (561 | 14.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (384 | 11.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 150 (3.8%) | 384 (11.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 106 (2.7%) | 221 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 90 (2.3%) | 187 (5.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 157 (4.0%) | 116 (3.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 130 (3.3%) | 141 (4.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 56 (1.4%) | 124 (3.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 41 (1.0%) | 101 (3.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 27 (0.7%) | 106 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 93 (2.4%) | 95 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 112 (2.8%) | 132 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 146 (3.7%) | 250 (7.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 236 (6.0%) | 222 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 213 (5.4%) | 139 (4.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 227 (5.8%) | 107 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 203 (5.1%) | 228 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 259 (6.6%) | 163 (4.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 446 (11.3%) | 212 (6.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 165 (4.2%) | 85 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 561 (14.2%) | 230 (6.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 520 (13.2%) | 112 (3.3%) |
| Total | 3,938 (100.0%) | 3,355 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Parke County
Average earnings in Parke County are $54,785 for men and $29,640 for women, a difference of 45.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $103,017, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $41,800. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,143, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,028.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,800 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $52,612 | $21,028 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $58,250 | $30,057 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $87,344 | $45,772 |
| Graduate Degree | $103,017 | $52,143 |
| Total | $54,785 | $29,640 |
Family Income in Parke County
Family Income Brackets in Parke County
According to the Parke County family income data, there are 823 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 80 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 124 | 3.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 80 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 328 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 292 | 7.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 420 | 10.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 823 | 20.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 683 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 775 | 19.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 280 | 7.0% |
| $200,000+ | 184 | 4.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Parke County
7+ person families (189 | 4.7%) account for the highest median family income in Parke County with $109,821 per family, while 2-person families (2,138 | 53.5%) have the highest median income of $34,005 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,138 (53.5%) | $68,010 |
| 3-Person Families | 769 (19.2%) | $79,750 |
| 4-Person Families | 583 (14.6%) | $86,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 267 (6.7%) | $62,928 |
| 6-Person Families | 51 (1.3%) | $76,339 |
| 7+ Person Families | 189 (4.7%) | $109,821 |
| Total | 3,997 (100.0%) | $71,899 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Parke County
The median family income in Parke County is $71,899, with families comprising 3+ earners (308) having the highest median family income of $125,897, while families with no earners (861) have the lowest median family income of $44,327, accounting for 7.7% and 21.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 861 (21.5%) | $44,327 |
| 1 Earner | 1,434 (35.9%) | $64,010 |
| 2 Earners | 1,394 (34.9%) | $90,139 |
| 3+ Earners | 308 (7.7%) | $125,897 |
| Total | 3,997 (100.0%) | $71,899 |
Household Income in Parke County
Household Income Brackets in Parke County
With 1,002 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Parke County, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 172 households (3.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 172 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 218 | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 618 | 10.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 624 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 698 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,002 | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 962 | 16.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 853 | 14.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 349 | 6.1% |
| $200,000+ | 229 | 4.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Parke County
The median household income in Parke County is $63,393, with the highest median household income of $79,836 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,320 households (23.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,223, with 153 households (2.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 153 (2.7%) | $36,223 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,320 (23.1%) | $79,836 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,266 (39.6%) | $79,451 |
| 65+ Years | 1,986 (34.7%) | $41,800 |
| Total | 5,725 (100.0%) | $63,393 |
Poverty in Parke County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Parke County
With 12.6% poverty level for males and 18.6% for females among the residents of Parke County, 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 84 males (51.8%) and 100 females (58.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 112 (23.7%) | 168 (35.3%) |
| 5 Years | 84 (51.8%) | 3 (7.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 118 (21.6%) | 159 (31.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 54 (15.7%) | 72 (20.1%) |
| 15 Years | 11 (9.0%) | 30 (19.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 38 (18.3%) | 100 (58.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 55 (9.3%) | 117 (20.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 86 (9.7%) | 245 (31.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 64 (8.4%) | 121 (19.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 59 (6.4%) | 112 (12.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 94 (7.9%) | 118 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (7.2%) | 100 (10.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 135 (22.5%) | 41 (5.8%) |
| Total | 980 (12.6%) | 1,386 (18.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Parke County
According to the poverty statistics in Parke County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.6% of males and 94.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 360 (76.3%) | 308 (64.7%) |
| 5 Years | 78 (48.1%) | 39 (92.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 428 (78.4%) | 353 (69.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 290 (84.3%) | 287 (79.9%) |
| 15 Years | 111 (91.0%) | 121 (80.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 170 (81.7%) | 71 (41.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 536 (90.7%) | 463 (79.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 801 (90.3%) | 529 (68.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 695 (91.6%) | 515 (81.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 865 (93.6%) | 798 (87.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,093 (92.1%) | 1,010 (89.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 907 (92.8%) | 894 (89.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 464 (77.5%) | 661 (94.2%) |
| Total | 6,798 (87.4%) | 6,049 (81.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Parke County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Parke County show that 8.1% or 259 of the total 3,192 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 22.2%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.5%, which includes 36 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,008 (92.7%) | 158 (7.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 616 (94.5%) | 36 (5.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 186 (86.1%) | 30 (13.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 123 (77.8%) | 35 (22.2%) |
| Total | 2,933 (91.9%) | 259 (8.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Parke County
According to the poverty data in Parke County, 6.7% or 27 single-father households and 47.8% or 193 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (17.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 25 (17.7%) | 12 (8.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2 (1.3%) | 68 (47.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 107 (89.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total | 27 (6.7%) | 193 (47.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Parke County
The poverty data for Parke County shows that 259 of the married-couple family households (8.1%) and 220 of the single-parent households (27.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (22.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 158 (7.3%) | 37 (13.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 36 (5.5%) | 70 (23.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 30 (13.9%) | 107 (48.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 35 (22.2%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total | 259 (8.1%) | 220 (27.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Parke County
Employment by Class of Employer in Parke County
Among the 6,270 employed individuals in Parke County, private company employees (4,047 | 64.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (542 | 8.6%), and local government employees (471 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,047 | 64.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 272 | 4.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 542 | 8.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 422 | 6.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 471 | 7.5% |
| State Government Employees | 363 | 5.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 100 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 53 | 0.9% |
| Total | 6,270 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Parke County
According to the labor force statistics for Parke County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,121), 51.6% or 6,770 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 379 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 74.3% or 1,470 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.2% or 95 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 377 (54.9%) | 95 (25.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 641 (66.4%) | 54 (8.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 700 (71.4%) | 43 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 620 (58.5%) | 22 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,099 (61.8%) | 21 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,470 (74.3%) | 109 (7.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 549 (55.7%) | 14 (2.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 771 (55.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 427 (21.6%) | 21 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 112 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,770 (51.6%) | 379 (5.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Parke County
According to labor force statistics for Parke County, 63.6% of individuals (5,204) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,182) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 208 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 84.2% or 1,017 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.3% or 111 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 575 (46.5%) | 239 (19.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,800 (60.5%) | 89 (3.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,815 (65.7%) | 50 (1.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,017 (84.2%) | 14 (1.2%) |
| Total | 5,204 (63.6%) | 327 (4.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Parke County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Parke County are Management (574 | 9.0%), Community & Social Service (473 | 7.4%), Education Instruction & Library (374 | 5.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (262 | 4.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (256 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Parke County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (78.0%), Management (71.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (81.3%), and Community & Social Service (78.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 410 (71.4%) | 164 (28.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 102 (52.0%) | 94 (48.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 176 (67.2%) | 86 (32.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 73 (67.6%) | 35 (32.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 71 (78.0%) | 20 (22.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 32 (50.8%) | 31 (49.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 102 (21.6%) | 371 (78.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 13 (30.2%) | 30 (69.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 70 (18.7%) | 304 (81.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 19 (38.8%) | 30 (61.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 59 (23.1%) | 197 (76.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 56 (46.3%) | 65 (53.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 849 (48.2%) | 912 (51.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,605 (56.5%) | 2,771 (43.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Parke County are Food Preparation & Serving (343 | 5.4%), Security & Protection (257 | 4.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (232 | 3.6%), Healthcare Support (140 | 2.2%), and Law Enforcement (132 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Parke County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.4%), Security & Protection (77.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (68.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (79.0%), Healthcare Support (77.9%), and Personal Care & Service (71.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 31 (22.1%) | 109 (77.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 199 (77.4%) | 58 (22.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 85 (68.0%) | 40 (32.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 114 (86.4%) | 18 (13.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 72 (21.0%) | 271 (79.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 155 (66.8%) | 77 (33.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 38 (29.0%) | 93 (71.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 495 (44.9%) | 608 (55.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,605 (56.5%) | 2,771 (43.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Parke County are Office & Administration (689 | 10.8%), and Sales & Related (537 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 208 (38.7%) | 329 (61.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 131 (19.0%) | 558 (81.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 339 (27.7%) | 887 (72.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,605 (56.5%) | 2,771 (43.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Parke County are Construction & Extraction (489 | 7.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (244 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (149 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 128 (85.9%) | 21 (14.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 465 (95.1%) | 24 (4.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 241 (98.8%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 834 (94.6%) | 48 (5.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,605 (56.5%) | 2,771 (43.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Parke County are Production (767 | 12.0%), Material Moving (365 | 5.7%), and Transportation (272 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 533 (69.5%) | 234 (30.5%) |
| Transportation | 251 (92.3%) | 21 (7.7%) |
| Material Moving | 304 (83.3%) | 61 (16.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,088 (77.5%) | 316 (22.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,605 (56.5%) | 2,771 (43.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Parke County
Employment Industries in Parke County
The major employment industries in Parke County include Manufacturing (1,513 | 23.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (667 | 10.5%), Retail Trade (626 | 9.8%), Educational Services (556 | 8.7%), and Construction (468 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Parke County
The Parke County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (95.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (78.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (67.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 343 (92.0%) | 30 (8.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 428 (91.4%) | 40 (8.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,021 (67.5%) | 492 (32.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 153 (95.0%) | 8 (5.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 255 (40.7%) | 371 (59.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 131 (67.5%) | 63 (32.5%) |
| Utilities | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 76 (53.9%) | 65 (46.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 56 (37.3%) | 94 (62.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 20 (76.9%) | 6 (23.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 122 (60.4%) | 80 (39.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 105 (84.7%) | 19 (15.3%) |
| Educational Services | 121 (21.8%) | 435 (78.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 165 (24.7%) | 502 (75.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 54 (90.0%) | 6 (10.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 135 (32.8%) | 277 (67.2%) |
| Public Administration | 193 (55.8%) | 153 (44.2%) |
| Total | 3,605 (56.5%) | 2,771 (43.5%) |
Education in Parke County
School Enrollment in Parke County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,909 students in Parke County are middle school (836 | 28.7%), elementary school (794 | 27.3%), and high school (686 | 23.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 199 | 6.8% |
| Kindergarten | 127 | 4.4% |
| Elementary School | 794 | 27.3% |
| Middle School | 836 | 28.7% |
| High School | 686 | 23.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 253 | 8.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 14 | 0.5% |
| Total | 2,909 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Parke County
Out of a total of 2,909 students who are enrolled in schools in Parke County, 721 (24.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,188 (75.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 45 (41.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 123 (98.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 125 (87.4%) | 18 (12.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 607 (70.4%) | 255 (29.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 739 (73.8%) | 263 (26.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 443 (81.7%) | 99 (18.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 63 (58.3%) | 45 (41.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 123 (98.4%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 48 (63.2%) | 28 (36.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 41 (80.4%) | 10 (19.6%) |
| Total | 2,188 (75.2%) | 721 (24.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Parke County
Education (638 | 33.1%), business (280 | 14.5%), science & technology (169 | 8.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (155 | 8.1%), and arts & humanities (113 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,925 individuals in Parke County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 88 | 4.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 155 | 8.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 38 | 2.0% |
| Psychology | 35 | 1.8% |
| Social Sciences | 64 | 3.3% |
| Engineering | 70 | 3.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 17 | 0.9% |
| Science & Technology | 169 | 8.8% |
| Business | 280 | 14.5% |
| Education | 638 | 33.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 63 | 3.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 57 | 3.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 71 | 3.7% |
| Communications | 67 | 3.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 113 | 5.9% |
| Total | 1,925 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Parke County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Parke County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Parke County are males with 2 vehicles (1,206, accounting for 33.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (882, making up 45.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 469 (13.1%) | 127 (4.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 335 (9.3%) | 405 (15.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,206 (33.6%) | 882 (33.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,002 (27.9%) | 760 (28.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 336 (9.3%) | 241 (9.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 246 (6.8%) | 259 (9.7%) |
| Total | 3,594 (100.0%) | 2,674 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Parke County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Parke County are 30 to 34 minutes (945 commuters, 16.8%), 45 to 59 minutes (654 commuters, 11.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (598 commuters, 10.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 336 | 6.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 593 | 10.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 598 | 10.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 530 | 9.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 549 | 9.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 361 | 6.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 945 | 16.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 163 | 2.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 299 | 5.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 654 | 11.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 315 | 5.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 272 | 4.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Parke County
The most common commute times in Parke County are 30 to 34 minutes (541 commuters, 16.7%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (404 commuters, 17.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 150 (4.6%) | 186 (7.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 342 (10.6%) | 251 (10.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 358 (11.1%) | 240 (10.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 271 (8.4%) | 259 (10.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 357 (11.0%) | 192 (8.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 169 (5.2%) | 192 (8.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 541 (16.7%) | 404 (17.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 128 (4.0%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 235 (7.3%) | 64 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 326 (10.1%) | 328 (13.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 179 (5.5%) | 136 (5.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 179 (5.5%) | 93 (3.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Parke County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Parke County are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (438, 13.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (426, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 234 (7.2%) | 115 (4.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 188 (5.8%) | 180 (7.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 438 (13.5%) | 211 (8.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 420 (13.0%) | 213 (8.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 434 (13.4%) | 237 (10.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 393 (12.1%) | 307 (12.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 318 (9.8%) | 426 (17.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 198 (6.1%) | 112 (4.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 39 (1.2%) | 79 (3.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 67 (2.1%) | 110 (4.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 10 (0.3%) | 17 (0.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 70 (2.2%) | 103 (4.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 158 (4.9%) | 155 (6.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 268 (8.3%) | 115 (4.8%) |
| Total | 3,235 (100.0%) | 2,380 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Parke County
Occupancy by Ownership in Parke County
Of the total 5,725 dwellings in Parke County, owner-occupied units account for 4,680 (81.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,045 (18.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,680 | 81.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,045 | 18.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,725 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Parke County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,538 | 26.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,180 | 38.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 845 | 14.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,162 | 20.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,725 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Parke County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,177 (76.5%) | 361 (23.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,916 (87.9%) | 264 (12.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 705 (83.4%) | 140 (16.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 882 (75.9%) | 280 (24.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,680 (81.8%) | 1,045 (18.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Parke County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 528 (70.0%) | 226 (30.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,634 (81.3%) | 376 (18.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,668 (83.9%) | 320 (16.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 850 (87.4%) | 123 (12.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Parke County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 810 | 14.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 663 | 11.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 900 | 15.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,366 | 23.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,267 | 22.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 522 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 197 | 3.4% |
| Total | 5,725 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Parke County
Median Income by Occupancy in Parke County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,680 (81.8%) | $69,605 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,045 (18.2%) | $35,625 |
| Average | 5,725 (100.0%) | $63,393 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Parke County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 32 (0.7%) | 61 (5.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 32 (0.7%) | 47 (4.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 110 (2.4%) | 110 (10.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 169 (3.6%) | 89 (8.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 300 (6.4%) | 60 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 490 (10.5%) | 134 (12.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 503 (10.7%) | 196 (18.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 859 (18.3%) | 141 (13.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 867 (18.5%) | 93 (8.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 787 (16.8%) | 65 (6.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 531 (11.4%) | 49 (4.7%) |
| Total | 4,680 (100.0%) | 1,045 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Parke County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 465 (9.9%) | 49 (4.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,070 (22.9%) | 105 (10.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,098 (23.5%) | 287 (27.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 662 (14.1%) | 138 (13.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 789 (16.9%) | 235 (22.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 364 (7.8%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 163 (3.5%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 18 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 51 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,680 (100.0%) | 1,045 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Parke County
Housing Structures in Parke County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,363 | 76.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 207 | 3.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 33 | 0.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 134 | 2.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 58 | 1.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 129 | 2.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 801 | 14.0% |
| Total | 5,725 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Parke County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,936 (90.2%) | 427 (9.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 145 (70.1%) | 62 (29.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 7 (21.2%) | 26 (78.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 32 (55.2%) | 26 (44.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2 (1.5%) | 127 (98.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 558 (69.7%) | 243 (30.3%) |
| Total | 4,680 (81.8%) | 1,045 (18.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Parke County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 5 (0.1%) | 52 (5.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 227 (4.9%) | 150 (14.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,285 (27.5%) | 441 (42.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,714 (36.6%) | 337 (32.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,449 (31.0%) | 65 (6.2%) |
| Total | 4,680 (100.0%) | 1,045 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Parke County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,680 (35.9%) | 393 (37.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,198 (25.6%) | 167 (16.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,258 (26.9%) | 373 (35.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 30 (0.6%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| Coal or Coke | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 455 (9.7%) | 110 (10.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 50 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,680 (100.0%) | 1,045 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Parke County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 275 (5.9%) | 192 (18.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,125 (24.0%) | 496 (47.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,813 (38.7%) | 194 (18.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,467 (31.4%) | 163 (15.6%) |
| Total | 4,680 (100.0%) | 1,045 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Parke County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Parke County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,108 | 2,572 |
| Median Property Value | $105,400 | $137,800 |
| Median Household Income | $53,571 | $392 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $410 | $51 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $492 | $47 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Parke County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 547 (26.0%) | 208 (8.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 457 (21.7%) | 755 (29.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 830 (39.4%) | 1,243 (48.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 118 (5.6%) | 259 (10.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 72 (3.4%) | 107 (4.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 57 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 27 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,108 (100.0%) | 2,572 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Parke County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 38 (1.8%) | 81 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 371 (17.6%) | 26 (1.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 301 (14.3%) | 208 (8.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 276 (13.1%) | 189 (7.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 430 (20.4%) | 227 (8.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 290 (13.8%) | 429 (16.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 263 (12.5%) | 577 (22.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 139 (6.6%) | 524 (20.4%) |
| Total | 2,108 (100.0%) | 2,572 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Parke County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,013 (48.1%) | 81,282 (3,160.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 372 (17.6%) | 1,312 (51.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 233 (11.1%) | 573 (22.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 483 (22.9%) | 339 (13.2%) |
| Total | 2,108 (100.0%) | 2,572 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Parke County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,264 (60.0%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 349 (16.6%) | 1,455 (56.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 319 (15.1%) | 687 (26.7%) |
| Total | 2,108 (100.0%) | 2,572 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Parke County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parke County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 860 (74.3%) | 297 (25.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,143 (82.8%) | 445 (17.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 749 (65.1%) | 401 (34.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,155 (76.3%) | 359 (23.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,202 (86.2%) | 193 (13.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,584 (86.4%) | 250 (13.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,072 (89.5%) | 243 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,925 (97.7%) | 46 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,258 (96.7%) | 43 (3.3%) |
| Total | 12,948 (85.0%) | 2,277 (15.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Parke County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 860 (74.3%) | 297 (25.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,143 (82.8%) | 445 (17.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 749 (65.1%) | 401 (34.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Parke County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,501 (80.0%) | 375 (20.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,397 (78.8%) | 643 (21.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,383 (87.8%) | 332 (12.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,627 (92.2%) | 223 (7.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,007 (85.1%) | 704 (14.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Parke County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 425 (36.7%) | 535 (46.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 752 (29.1%) | 1,477 (57.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 239 (20.8%) | 543 (47.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 270 (17.8%) | 893 (59.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 299 (21.4%) | 1,000 (71.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 387 (21.1%) | 1,235 (67.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 602 (26.0%) | 1,577 (68.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,883 (95.5%) | 1,003 (50.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,258 (96.7%) | 769 (59.1%) |
| Total | 6,115 (40.2%) | 9,032 (59.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Parke County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 55 (4.0%) | 29 (2.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 175 (11.9%) | 136 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 465 (16.2%) | 389 (14.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 315 (32.2%) | 188 (18.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 324 (54.1%) | 321 (45.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Parke County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 96 (3.3%) | 29 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (8.6%) | 36 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 232 (38.7%) | 173 (24.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 19 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 50 (1.7%) | 76 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (2.7%) | 32 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (2.7%) | 51 (7.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 47 (3.4%) | 18 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 126 (8.6%) | 111 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 247 (8.6%) | 162 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (3.8%) | 51 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (9.5%) | 110 (15.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 43 (2.9%) | 80 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 238 (8.3%) | 260 (9.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 207 (21.2%) | 112 (11.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 162 (27.1%) | 237 (33.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (1.9%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (2.0%) | 78 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 93 (3.2%) | 63 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.8%) | 40 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (7.0%) | 51 (7.3%) |
Technology Access in Parke County
Computing Device Access in Parke County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,683 | 64.3% |
| Smartphone | 4,403 | 76.9% |
| Tablet | 2,896 | 50.6% |
| No Computing Device | 1,028 | 18.0% |
| Total | 5,725 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Parke County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,989 | 52.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 840 | 14.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 769 | 13.4% |
| No Internet | 1,362 | 23.8% |
| Total | 5,725 | 100.0% |
Parke County Summary
Parke County, Indiana is located in the western part of the state, and is bordered by Vermillion, Vigo, Clay, Putnam, Montgomery, Fountain, and Warren counties. It is part of the Terre Haute Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county seat is Rockville, and the largest city is Bloomingdale. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,339.
History
Parke County was formed in 1821 from parts of Vigo and Vermillion counties. It was named for Benjamin Parke, a U.S. Congressman from Indiana. The first settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1821.
The county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Miami, Potawatomi, and Shawnee. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1821.
The county was an important stop on the Underground Railroad, and several homes in the area served as safe havens for escaped slaves. The county was also home to several Civil War battles, including the Battle of Raccoon Creek in 1862.
Geography
Parke County is located in the western part of Indiana, and is bordered by Vermillion, Vigo, Clay, Putnam, Montgomery, Fountain, and Warren counties. It is part of the Terre Haute Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 439 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts. The Wabash River forms the eastern border of the county, and the Big Raccoon Creek runs through the center of the county.
Economy
The economy of Parke County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the area are corn, soybeans, and wheat. The county is also home to several small businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries.
The county is home to several large employers, including the Parke County Hospital, the Parke County Sheriff's Office, and the Parke County Courthouse. The county is also home to several small businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Parke County was 17,339. The population is mostly white (97.3%), with small percentages of African American (1.2%), Hispanic (0.7%), and Asian (0.3%) residents. The median household income is $45,845, and the median family income is $54,945.
The county is home to several small towns, including Rockville, the county seat, and Bloomingdale, the largest city. Other towns in the county include Montezuma, Rosedale, and Mecca. The county is also home to several unincorporated communities, including Annapolis, Bridgeton, and Mansfield.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Parke County?
Total Population of Parke County is 16,327.
What is the Total Male Population of Parke County?
Total Male Population of Parke County is 7,861.
What is the Total Female Population of Parke County?
Total Female Population of Parke County is 8,466.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Parke County?
There are 92.85 Males per 100 Females in Parke County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Parke County?
There are 107.70 Females per 100 Males in Parke County.
What is the Median Population Age in Parke County?
Median Population Age in Parke County is 42.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Parke County
Average Family Size in Parke County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Parke County
Average Household Size in Parke County is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Parke County?
Per Capita income in Parke County is $29,961.
What is the Median Family Income in Parke County?
Median Family Income in Parke County is $71,899.
What is the Median Household income in Parke County?
Median Household Income in Parke County is $63,393.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Parke County?
Income or Wage Gap in Parke County is 45.0%.
Women in Parke County earn 55.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Parke County?
Family Income Deficit in Parke County is $10,205.
Families that are below poverty line in Parke County earn $10,205 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Parke County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Parke County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Parke County?
There are 6,770 People in the Labor Forcein in Parke County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Parke County?
51.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Parke County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Parke County?
Unemployment Rate in Parke County is 5.6%.