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Parlier.
About
Life in Parlier
Living in Parlier means settling into a tight-knit agricultural community in Fresno County where the Latino community makes up nearly all the population and forms the cultural backbone of daily life. The town's economy is rooted in farming—grapes, raisins, tree fruit—which shapes both the rhythm of the year and the job market; many residents work seasonally in agriculture or in related industries, so employment can be steady but tied to harvest cycles and weather patterns. The commute to larger job centers in Fresno or beyond averages about 23 minutes, so it's not completely isolated, but don't expect a thriving job market within town limits itself—this is a place where people are rooted by family, community ties, and the agricultural sector rather than diverse career opportunities.
Parlier at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
26.6 yrs
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Foreign-Born
35.5%
Broadband Internet
86.2%
of households
Population Growth
+0.3%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics35.5% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Parlier: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Parlier, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (97.7%), and 78.9% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
35.0%
of residents
65 and Older
8.8%
of residents
Households with Kids
59.6%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
8.1%
of households
Married Couples
44.5%
of households
Avg Household Size
4.03
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 46% below CA average
Rent, home values, and income in Parlier
In Parlier, rent runs 46% below the CA average, and home values are 65% below the CA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
49.6%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
21.3%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
102.2
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$1,481
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
45.9%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1993
median year built
Vacant Homes
6.5%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $330,101 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment 3 pts above CA average
Unemployment in Parlier and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Fresno County, which includes Parlier, is 3 percentage points higher than the CA average.
Unemployment rate
Parlier: Fresno County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Fresno County (county-wide) · Annual averages
Parlier is about 1% of Fresno County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
What Parlier Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Fresno, CA metro area
Commute22.8 min avg
How Parlier residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Parlier, most residents drive alone to work (80%), and 71% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 15 mi
Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
Small hub1.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 77% above national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Parlier runs 77% above the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
583.7
per 100,000 residents
Above average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
722.6
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Parlier Police Department
Natural DisastersDense Fog most common — 59 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively High
99.3 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Fresno County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Fresno County, which includes Parlier, the most common type is dense fog, with 59 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 59 | Dense Fog | $11,000 |
| 2024 | 112 | Dense Fog | $1.0M |
| 2023 | 107 | Dense Fog | $9.6M |
| 2022 | 95 | Dense Fog | $10,000 |
| 2021 | 59 | Dense Fog | $50,200 |
| 2020 | 6 | Flood | None reported |
| 2019 | 24 | Flood | $645,000 |
| 2018 | 12 | Flood | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
118 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Fresno County, county-wide
Parlier is about 1% of Fresno County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality61 median AQI — Moderate
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Fresno County, which includes Parlier, is typically moderate — acceptable for most people, but can affect those unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Median AQI
61
Good Days
105
per year
Moderate Days
226
per year
Unhealthy Days
3
per year
Fresno County, county-wide
Parlier is about 1% of Fresno County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate100°F summers, 39°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Parlier has hot summers (avg high 100°F) and mild winters (avg low 39°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
80°/50°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
100°/65°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
84°/53°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
63°/39°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
11.8"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Hot Days/Year
123
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
13
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
47
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61°F | 38°F | 2.27" |
| Feb | 67°F | 42°F | 1.89" |
| Mar | 73°F | 45°F | 2.24" |
| Apr | 79°F | 49°F | 1.00" |
| May | 88°F | 56°F | 0.55" |
| Jun | 96°F | 62°F | 0.18" |
| Jul | 102°F | 68°F | 0.03" |
| Aug | 101°F | 67°F | 0.01" |
| Sep | 96°F | 62°F | 0.11" |
| Oct | 85°F | 53°F | 0.56" |
| Nov | 71°F | 44°F | 0.96" |
| Dec | 61°F | 38°F | 2.03" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Parlier
Uninsured
12.3%
of residents
No hospitals inside Parlier's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Adventist Health Reedley
Acute Care Hospitals · 5.1 mi away · Reedley
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education20.4:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Parlier
Parlier's student/teacher ratio is 20.4:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 5.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
7
within city limits
Private Schools
0
within city limits
College Degree Rate
5.6%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Parlier (within 15 miles)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,544 students · in-state tuition $37,760 · 67% graduate · median earnings $66,140 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, 53 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Parlier
Parlier has 5 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (53 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
National Parks
53 mi awayDevils Postpile National Monument
National Monument
74 mi awayManzanar National Historic Site
National Historic Site
77 mi awayYosemite National Park
National Park
86 mi awayPinnacles National Park
National Park
91 mi awayPublic Libraries in Parlier
Parlier Branch Library
1130 E. Parlier Ave., Parlier
Cities Near Parlier
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Parlier FAQ
Is Parlier, California affordable?⌄
Parlier's median rent is $1,105/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $52,357/year. Median home value is $256,400.
Is Parlier, California safe?⌄
Parlier's violent crime rate was 584 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is significantly above the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 723 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Parlier, California?⌄
Fresno County, which includes Parlier, has an unemployment rate of 8.5%, which is above the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Parlier, California?⌄
The cost of living in Parlier is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,105/month and median household income is $52,357/year. The median home value is $256,400. About 50% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Parlier, California?⌄
The average commute in Parlier is 23 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from