Parlier, California facts for kids
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City of Parlier
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Earl Ruth Park
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Location in Fresno County and the state of California
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 Parlier, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  California |
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| County | Fresno | |
| Incorporated | November 15, 1921 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.41 sq mi (6.24 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.41 sq mi (6.24 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0% | |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 18,494 | |
| • Density | 6,483.19/sq mi (2,503.53/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) | |
| ZIP code |
93648
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| Area code | 559 | |
| FIPS code | 06-55856 | |
| GNIS feature IDs | 1659348, 2411376 | |
Parlier is a city in Fresno County, California, United States. In 2020, about 18,494 people lived there. This was more than the 14,494 people who lived there in 2010.
Parlier has a very high number of Latino residents. Many of them are people who come to work in farming during certain seasons. Parlier is located about 5.5 miles (8.9 km) east-northeast of Selma. It is about 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level.
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About Parlier's Land
The United States Census Bureau says that Parlier covers about 2.2 square miles (5.7 square kilometers) of land. All of this area is dry land, with no water.
Parlier's Story and Culture
In 1876, the Parlier family moved from Springfield, Illinois to where Parlier is today. The city is named after their family. Their family name, Parlier, came from "DeParlier," which shows their French background.
The Parlier family opened a general store, a place for trading, and a post office. These places became the center of the new town. At first, small family farms grew wheat in the area. Later, people started growing grapes, raisins, and other fruits. Parlier still produces these foods today. Better ways to water crops and the arrival of the railroad helped Parlier become an important center for nearby communities.
Schools in Parlier
Parlier has several schools for students of all ages. There are four elementary schools for younger children. There is also one junior high school and one high school. For the youngest kids, there is a preschool and a Head Start program. Adults can also take classes through continuing education.
How Many People Live in Parlier
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 564 | — | |
| 1940 | 776 | 37.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,419 | 82.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,366 | −3.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,993 | 45.9% | |
| 1980 | 2,902 | 45.6% | |
| 1990 | 7,938 | 173.5% | |
| 2000 | 11,145 | 40.4% | |
| 2010 | 14,494 | 30.0% | |
| 2020 | 18,494 | 27.6% | |
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Parlier's Population in 2010
In 2010, Parlier had 14,494 people. This meant there were about 6,607 people per square mile (2,551 people per square kilometer).
Most people in Parlier were of Hispanic or Latino background, making up 97.5% of the population. About 50% of residents were White, and smaller numbers were African American, Native American, or Asian.
Almost everyone (14,492 people) lived in homes. Only 2 people lived in group homes, and no one was in a hospital or similar place.
There were 3,297 homes in Parlier. In most of these homes (69%), children under 18 lived there. The average home had about 4.40 people. The average family had about 4.46 people.
The age of people in Parlier varied a lot. About 37.1% were under 18 years old. About 12.7% were between 18 and 24. About 28.3% were between 25 and 44. About 16.4% were between 45 and 64. And about 5.5% were 65 or older. The average age was 25.1 years.
There were 3,494 housing units in Parlier. About 46.2% of these homes were owned by the people living in them. The other 53.8% were rented.
Parlier's Population in 2000
In 2000, Parlier had 11,145 people. There were 2,446 homes, and 2,179 of these were families. The city had about 6,863 people per square mile (2,650 people per square kilometer).
Again, most people (96.97%) were of Hispanic or Latino background. About 33.63% were White.
In 61.9% of homes, children under 18 lived there. The average home had 4.51 people, and the average family had 4.59 people.
The age groups were similar to 2010. About 37.9% were under 18. The average age was 24 years.
The average income for a family in Parlier was about $24,275 per year. About 36% of all people and 33.5% of families lived below the poverty line.
Famous People from Parlier
- Charles Dwight “Red” Adams – He was a baseball player and later a pitching coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
- Vern Mikkelsen – He is a famous basketball player who is in the NBA Hall of Fame. He was born in Parlier.
Parlier's Sister City
Parlier has a special friendship with another city called a "sister city."
Ensenada, Mexico
See also
In Spanish: Parlier para niños
