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Parma, NY

Parma is a town in Monroe County, New York, United States. The population was 16,217 at the 2020 census. The Town of Parma, then in Genesee County, was organized in 1808, and named after Parma in Italy.

As of the census of 2000, there were 14,822 people, 5,283 households, and 4,030 families residing in the town. The population density was 353.2 inhabitants per square mile (136.4/km²). There were 5,502 housing units at an average density of 131.1 per square mile (50.6/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 97.08% White, 1.29% African American, 0.18% Native American, 0.52% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.24% from other races, and 0.67% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.12% of the population.

There were 5,283 households, out of which 38.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.1% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.7% were non-families. 18.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males. The median income for a household in the town was $53,189, and the median income for a family was $60,686. Males had a median income of $42,566 versus $29,381 for females. The per capita income for the town was $22,431. About 2.2% of families and 4.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111 km²), of which 42.0 square miles (109 km²) is land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km²) (2.28%) is water. The town is bordered on the north by the southern shore of Lake Ontario, on the west by the towns of Hamlin, Clarkson, and Sweden, on the south by the town of Ogden, and on the east by the town of Greece.

Parma, NY, prioritizes residents' health and wellness through comprehensive healthcare services provided by Rochester Regional Health and Unity Hospital, along with preventive care initiatives from the Monroe County Department of Public Health. Local clinics like Westside Family Medicine offer primary care and wellness programs. Fitness centers such as Greene Community Fitness Center and Planet Fitness promote physical activity, while personalized nutrition counseling. Residents can engage in wellness activities through Parma Town Parks, and enjoy outdoor recreation at Braddock Bay Park.

Top Sites in Parma, NY: The Strong National Museum of Play, Seneca Park Zoo, Seabreeze Amusement Park.

Population: 16,217 (2020). Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). ZIP Code: 14468. Area Code: 585. Area: 41.3 square miles (106.9 km²).

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What are the demographics of Parma, NY?

The largest Parma racial/ethnic groups are White (92.1%) followed by Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More (1.6%). With 16,162 people, Parma is the 151st most populated city in the state of New York out of 1,523 cities. But watch out, Parma, because LaGrange with 16,135 people, and Lewiston town with 15,905 people are right behind you.

What is the median income of Parma, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Parma households was $86,860. Parma households made slightly more than Sherrill households ($86,821) and Bloomfield households ($86,809). The median age for Parma residents is 42.0 years old.

What is the poverty rate in Parma, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Parma households was $86,860. Parma households made slightly more than Sherrill households ($86,821) and Bloomfield households ($86,809). However, 4.1% of Parma families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Parma

Planet Fitness

Westside Market Rochester

University of Rochester Medical Center

Westside Family Medicine

Rochester Regional Health 

NY Demographics

The Strong National Museum of Play

Seneca Park Zoo

Seabreeze Amusement Park

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