Parkers Prairie, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,089 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$590 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Otter Tail County
1
Fergus Falls Urban Area
1
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Otter Tail County
3
Fergus Falls Urban Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 10
Feb 1 7 15
Mar 1 9 28
Apr 2 3 44
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 1 8 29
Dec 1 9 15

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 9, MN State House District 9B, MN
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Schools

Parkers Prairie Secondary
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Parkers Prairie Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Miltona Elementary
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
Carlos Elementary
12 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Minnesota-Morris
48 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
55 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Alomere Health
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Tri County Hospital
22 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
60 miles, E • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
74 miles, SE • 1 star
Hector International Airport
88 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
96 miles, NE • 1 star
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