What are the schools like in Parole, MD?

Parole is served primarily by Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The district operates 82 elementary schools, 19 middle schools, and 19 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Parole?

The median household income in Parole, MD is $117,646 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

What is the weather like in Parole, MD?

Parole has an average high temperature of 44.3°F in January and 89.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 19.3 inches.

Parole, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Parole, MD affordable or expensive?

Parole's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Parole is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $494,900 and the median rent is $2,159 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Parole, MD?

Crime rate data for Parole is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Parole, MD a Good Place to Live?

Parole is a small city of 18,527 in Maryland, with a median household income of $117,646 and a 3.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Parole stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Parole is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Parole city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.7

Parole's overall cost of living index is 102.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Parole costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Parole, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$494,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,159	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$117,646	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Parole is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Parole is served primarily by Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Parole, MD	National Avg
School District	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	82	—
Middle Schools	19	—
High Schools	19	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	59.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Parole sees average highs of 44.3°F in January and 89.1°F in July, with 44.0 inches of annual precipitation and 19.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Parole, MD
Average High — January	44.3°F
Average High — July	89.1°F
Annual Precipitation	44.0"
Annual Snowfall	19.3"

Demographics

Metric	Parole, MD	National Avg
Population	18,527	—
Median Age	53.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.0%	18.9%
Asian	3.2%	6.3%
Under 18	10.3%	22.2%
65 and over	33.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Parole

Parole, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21401

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parole, MD affordable or expensive?

Parole's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Parole roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $494,900 and median rent is $2,159/month.

What is the crime rate in Parole, MD?

Crime data for Parole is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Parole?

Public schools in Parole are operated by Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The district has 82 elementary, 19 middle, and 19 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 59.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Parole, MD a good place to live?

Parole, MD has a population of 18,527, a median household income of $117,646, and an unemployment rate of 3.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Parole?

Parole averages 44.3°F in January and 89.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.0 inches with about 19.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Parole?

Parole, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21401.

What is the population of Parole?

The population of Parole, Maryland is 18,527 with a median age of 53.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Parole?

Key numbers for living in Parole: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $494,900, median household income $117,646, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Parole side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.