Living in Parke County, Indiana

Parke County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 16,901. The main communities are Montezuma, Rosedale, Bloomingdale.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $619/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $187K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 40°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Parke County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.