Median Age
31 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
33%
Over 65
11%
Parlier, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$726
Population
13,725
Renter Mix
51% Rent
Get a taste of fresh produce and small-town living
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Parlier, CA sits in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, where the surrounding landscape of citrus groves and vineyards tells the story of a city deeply rooted in agriculture. Located in Fresno County, just a short drive from the city of Fresno, Parlier offers a quieter pace of life while staying connected to a major regional hub. The agricultural sector anchors the local economy, and that heritage shapes the close-knit character of the community throughout the year.
Neighborhoods here tend to be residential and grounded, with a mix of single-family homes and smaller apartment communities that reflect the city's modest, down-to-earth scale. Renters can find practical options ranging from standalone houses to low-rise apartment communities, with a housing stock that leans toward accessible, no-frills living. California State University, Fresno (Fresno State) is located nearby, giving residents easy access to higher education, cultural events, and a larger campus community. Parlier itself is also home to a satellite campus of Reedley College, bringing educational resources directly into the city. With Fresno's employment centers, healthcare facilities, and entertainment options within reach, living in Parlier means enjoying small-city calm without being far from everything a larger metro has to offer.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$45,037
Average: $60,281
Education
870
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,175
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Parlier, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
51%
Non-Renters
49%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
4%
Other Education
96%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Parlier, CA is $726 for one bedroom, $934 for two bedrooms, and $1,105 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Parlier has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$726/month
677 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Parlier, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
509 Students
Public
Grades K-8
509 Students
John C Martinez Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
434 Students
Public
Grades K-5
434 Students
Public
Grades K-5
439 Students
Public
Grades K-8
509 Students
Public
Grades K-8
509 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
566 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
566 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
901 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
901 Students
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Airports
- Fresno Yosemite 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 June 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.