Park Rapids, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Becker County County
Park Rapids, MN
At a Glance
How Park Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Park Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Park Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Park Rapids residents earn a median household income of $45,800 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,365. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9% (92% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,140 business establishments, including 83 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Park Rapids is $218,500 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $326,623. Median rent is $912/month, with 30.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Park Rapids reports 414 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,162/100K.
Education
25.6% of adults in Park Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Park Rapids has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). 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.