Park Rapids, MN

Park Rapids, Minnesota

Park Rapids, Minnesota is 81 miles E of Fargo, North Dakota (center to center) and 159 miles NW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is in Hubbard county. The population of the city is 3,276.

The People and Families of Park Rapids

In Park Rapids, about 46% of adults are married. Adults in Park Rapids are more likely than in most places to live alone. There are a lot of singles in the city.

Park Rapids has disproportionaly more women residents than most cities. Seniors are common in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Park Rapids had a median family income of $33,958. A sizable number of people in Park Rapids work from home.

Political Inclinations

Among Park Rapids political contributors, John Kerry was favored among Presidential candidates in 2004, with $4,000. The Democratic party attracted the largest share of donations from the city.

Park Rapids Housing

Of the housing in Park Rapids, approximately 52% is occupied by their owners. The city offers a good supply of small apartments.

Commuting

In Park Rapids, 83% of commuters drive to work. Park Rapids offers good access to public transportation. The city features shorter commuting times than most similar places.

High Points

Park Rapids strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 9%

Comparative Profile of Park Rapids, MN

Comparing Park Rapids to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Park Rapids Almanac

Park Rapids Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Park Rapids Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Park Rapids residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Park Rapids, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Park Rapids Hospitals

ST JOSEPHS AREA HEALTH SERVICES
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
600 PLEASANT AVENUE
(218) 732-3311
Emergency Service: Yes

Park Rapids High Schools (2004)

PARK RAPIDS SR.
401 HUNTSINGER AVE.
218-237-6440
Serves 618 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15.8

HEADWATERS ED. LEARNING PROGRAM
401 HUNTSINGER AVE.
218-237-6440
A Non-traditional School
Serves 18 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 18

Park Rapids Colleges

(List of All Minnesota Colleges)

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