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Parkers Prairie, MN
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Parkers Prairie, MN
At a Glance
How Parkers Prairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parkers Prairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parkers Prairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parkers Prairie residents earn a median household income of $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,263. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,908 business establishments, including 165 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parkers Prairie is $152,500 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,248. Median rent is $736/month, with 23.7% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Parkers Prairie reports 222 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,748/100K.
Education
10.8% of adults in Parkers Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parkers Prairie has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.