Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
12%
Parker
Parker, CO Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,727
Population
62,805
Renter Mix
31% Rent
Discover the peaceful town of Parker just outside of Denver
Suburban
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Wooded
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Convenient
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Quiet
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Located in the southeastern corner of the Denver metropolitan area, Parker combines suburban comfort with small-town character. Originally established as a stagecoach stop called Twenty Mile House, this growing community has evolved while preserving its historic roots.
Residents explore over 27 miles of paved trails and 250 acres of parkland throughout the community. The Parker Arts, Culture, & Events Center (PACE) anchors the cultural scene with regular art exhibits, theater productions, and concerts by local performers, including the Parker Symphony Orchestra. The Cherry Creek Trail system provides outdoor recreation opportunities, while the Rueter-Hess Reservoir continues to develop additional amenities. Downtown Parker's Mainstreet preserves historic architecture, including the Ruth Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, alongside shops and restaurants. Located 23 miles from downtown Denver, Parker offers convenient access to city amenities while maintaining its distinctive community atmosphere.
Explore the City
Much of Parker's residential neighborhoods have paved trails.
Tallman Meadow Park is a terrific place to take the kids for fund and relaxation in Parker.
If you need a little caffeine, stop by Fika Coffee House in Parker.
Downtown Parker is full of charming details.
This quaint building is just south of downtown Parker and is full of shops and restaurants.
PACE is a local place for theater and art. Parents dropping their kids off for ballet class.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$121,027
Average: $141,940
Education
24,988
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
36,542
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Parker has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
31%
Non-Renters
69%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
35%
Other Education
65%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Parker, CO is $1,507 for a studio, $1,731 for one bedroom, $2,215 for two bedrooms, and $2,907 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Parker has decreased by -4.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,731/month
772 Sq Ft
House
$3,161/month
2,080 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,038/month
1,110 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,748/month
1,588 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Parker, CO is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Challenge To Excellence Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
538 Students
Public
Grades K-5
292 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
791 Students
Public
Grades K-8
706 Students
Public
Grades K-8
683 Students
Challenge To Excellence Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
538 Students
Public
Grades K-8
706 Students
Public
Grades K-8
683 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
824 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,116 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,009 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,402 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,228 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- The Wildlife Experience
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Denver International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.