Cost of Living in Parker, CO
Population: 60,115 • 2026 Data
$129,342
Median Household Income
+67% vs national
$1,973
Median Monthly Rent
+46% vs national
$613,200
Median Home Value
+81% vs national
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Parker
The median home value in Parker, CO is $613,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,973, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,282.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Parker, CO is $129,342. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0%, with a labor force of 35,582 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.