Minnesota
Park Rapids is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 4,226. Residents earn $45,800 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Park Rapids receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Park Rapids has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Park Rapids is $45,800, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Park Rapids is $218,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Park Rapids is below the national average at 281 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,055 per 100,000, 260% above the national average.
25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Park Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,800 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,365 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,290 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,140 |
| County GDP | $2,058M |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 95 |
| Retail | 135 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,803 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.20% |
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |
| Census Median | $218,500 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $307,606 |
| Census Median Rent | $912 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,803 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.20% |
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,442/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
| Total Violent | 281.2/100K |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Murder | 25.6/100K |
| 306% above US avg | |
| Rape | 25.6/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 230.1/100K |
| Total Property | 7,055.2/100K |
| 260% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 869.1/100K |
| Theft | 5,956.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 230.1/100K |
| Arson | 51.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 40.4°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 23.9 inches |
| 37% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 7.4 sq mi (19.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 572/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9164°N, 95.0579°W |
| County FIPS | 27005 |
Winner: Republican by 33.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.6% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 572/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Retail Stores | 135 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 10.6% |